Wrongful Death Lawsuit Lawyers in Denver, Colorado (CO)
When Death Strikes: Dealing with A Loved One’s Wrongful Death
Reverence is often shown for the deceased, with ceremonies and tributes and such, depending on cultural practices. However, equal attention often needs to be given to the friends and family of the deceased, as they struggle to move on after losing someone they loved dearly.
When a wrongful death occurs, this pain can be felt even more acutely. Guilt, regret, and a lack of closure can haunt those that were close to the victim. According to Merriam Webster, wrongful death is defined as a death caused by the negligent, willful, or wrongful act, neglect, omission, or default of another. These can be caused by accidents, such as car accidents, or negligence in facilities such as nursing homes. While finding the right wrongful death lawyer is an important step to help seek justice for your loved one, below are other important ways to help loved one’s cope.
Bond with Family And Friends
Isolation is all too common amongst those dealing with grief. Deviation from the normal can be difficult, and those affected can retreat into themselves, cutting off interactions with even the closest of friends. This, however, is detrimental to their mental health and only slows the grieving process.
Regular association with loved ones and friends, especially those who also had a close relationship with the deceased, can ease feelings of loneliness. This can also help close family members begin to establish new routines and traditions. During holidays, anniversaries, and birthdays, memories and emotions can be overwhelming, so additional support should be sought after and offered around these occasions.
Consider Grief Counseling or Therapy
Grief counseling is becoming an increasingly popular option for those beginning or struggling to work through their grieving periods. Between funeral arrangements, finding a wrongful death attorney, and legal matters, stress can become a roadblock to moving past the event.
Counseling and therapy can help loved ones deal with the stress that comes with these arrangements as well as feelings of regret, guilt, or depression. Discussing emotions that often cannot be shared with others can help the grieving person process and deal with those emotions more effectively. Therapists, psychiatrists, and counselors will also know how to help the affected parties implement healthy grieving habits and offer suggestions to ‘walk’ a person through the stages of grief.
Honor Your Loved One’s Memory
While repression may be the first inclination of a grieving party, it’s not the healthiest option. Burying memories, items, and emotions related to the person you loved will only lengthen the grieving process and increase the pain of loss. Acknowledge the life that was lived and celebrate it.
Funerals, wakes, and viewings are traditional in some countries, but those are not the only ways to honor the memory of a loved one. Putting pictures in plain sight, commemorating special days such as anniversaries, and even speaking about the loved one to others honors their memory and gives value to their life. It will put emphasis on fond memories and help the bereaved become accustomed to remembering and discussing the past.
Seek Legal Advice
The wrongful death of a loved one is a painful experience. While no sum of money or court ruling will be able to regain that life that was lost, a wrongful death case can give solace and a sense of closure. A favorable ruling will give friends and family the ending that may be a crucial step to moving on. In Colorado, Alhasoon, Glidden & Glidden is a leading law firm in delivering justice for wrongful death victims and their families. Contact us today for a personalized consultation about your case.
Speak with the Law Offices of Alhasoon, Glidden & Glidden Today!
The team of professionals at the Law Offices of Alhasoon, Glidden & Glidden is standing by, ready to assist you and your family with your loved one’s wrongful death case. Our firm will use its extensive knowledge and considerable resources to provide you with the best possible opportunity for obtaining a sufficient and fair monetary damages award. Call our office 24/7/365 at (720) 487-1050 for your free case review today.
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5600 S. Quebec Street
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Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Telephone: (720) 708-2988
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Fax: (303) 536-1955
FAQs
Can I afford a personal injury attorney?
The initial consultation is always free. If during the consultation we determine that you have a case, we will pursue your case on a contingency fee basis. When working on a contingency fee, our firm does not get paid on your case unless we recover money for you. When we collect money for your injuries, damages, and losses, we will be paid a percentage of the money we collect for you. We are commits to providing clients with a no-stress, no-hassle intake process call us today for your free consultation to see how we can help you!
What happens at the Initial Consultation and how much does it cost?
You will meet with one of our Managing Attorneys or partners at the time of your first appointment with our firm. You will never have a consultation with an office manager, paralegal, or anyone other than one of our experienced managing attorneys or partners. During the initial consultation, we spend much of our time gathering information from you about your personal injury case. It is helpful to bring as much information as possible to your initial consultation so that we can gather as much information as possible about your case so that we can properly discuss with you the facts, relevant law, and how we can assist you with your case. Information that is helpful to bring if you have it is as follows: traffic accident report, all insurance claim information and a copy of your insurance policy or information, health insurance/Medicaid/Medicare Information, medical records or bills, photographs, etc. The initial consultation is always free. We are commits to providing clients with a no-stress, no-hassle intake process call us today for your free consultation to see how we can help you!
I’m in the hospital can you come to me?
Yes, if you are in the hospital or your injuries prohibit you from being able to come to our office, one of our attorneys will come to you.
Can I still recover if I caused an accident?
Colorado has a comparative fault rule – If you were partially responsible for the accident, you may only collect damages for the percentage of fault the other driver had for the accident. In Colorado, an injured party that is 50% or more responsible for an accident is barred from recovering. In cases where fault is not clear or questionable, it is important to have the attorneys at Alhasoon, Glidden and Glidden on your side.
What Size Cases Do You Handle?
AGG law firm handles cases of all sizes, from simple to complex. Our experienced trial lawyers have the knowledge and resources to represent victims in all types of accident and personal injury cases. At AGG we are dedicated to obtaining justice for clients from all walks of life regardless of how large or small the matter.
Will the Information I Share with you Be Confidential?
Yes, because your communications with us are privileged. It is important that you fully disclose all facts of your personal injury claim including, but not limited to: prior injuries, criminal convictions, etc. This information will aide us in fully evaluating your case. The information you share with us will always remain confidential. This protection applies even when our legal representation ends or if you do not retain our firm.
How long will my personal injury case take?
Each case is unique, and it’s difficult to determine how long it will take to resolve a personal injury case. A personal injury case may settle in a few months without the need to file a lawsuit, while others can take years for the trial and appeals process to complete. We do everything we can to resolve our clients’ cases as efficiently and effectively as possible.