Portland Wrongful Death Attorney

Losing a loved one is a harrowing experience, and if someone’s negligent actions contributed to your loved one’s death, it is natural to want justice. Depending on your relationship to the deceased, you may be eligible to take legal action against the party responsible for your loved one’s passing through a wrongful death lawsuit.

A Portland wrongful death attorney at Tillmann Law are here to guide you through Oregon’s complex wrongful death claims process. We will advocate aggressively for your family’s right to compensation from consultation to settlement.

Why Choose Us?

Our Portland wrongful death attorneys obtain real results for our clients. Over our years of operation, we have secured millions of dollars in compensation.
We have years of experience in multiple personal injury practice areas, including wrongful death. Our attorneys have refined the skills and gathered the resources necessary to prove your claim.
Our lawyers operate on a contingency fee basis, which limits your out of pocket costs. You do not pay any legal fees unless we secure a settlement in your case.

Call our Portland, Oregon office to schedule a free consultation with our wrongful death lawyers at (503) 272-8986. We are available to take your call 24/7 and get you the help you need ASAP.

What Counts as a Wrongful Death?

Under Oregon law, a wrongful death is a death that someone else’s wrongful act or omission causes. One way to determine if your loved one’s death is wrongful is to ask yourself this question: if he or she were alive, would he or she have grounds to file a personal injury claim for the accident?

If the answer is yes, then you may have grounds to file a wrongful death claim. Many types of wrongful actions can lead to wrongful death, including the following.

Car accidents
Motorcycle collisions
Acts of violence and abuse
Medical malpractice
Boating accidents
Workplace injuries
Pedestrian accidents
Boating accidents

Identifying whether or not your loved one’s death is wrongful can be difficult without legal assistance. Speak to a Portland wrongful death attorney at Tillmann Law to determine if you have grounds for a wrongful death claim.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?

Most states impose limitations on who can file a wrongful death claim on behalf of a deceased person. In Oregon, family members who can recover damages in a wrongful death claim may file this type of lawsuit. These family members may include a surviving spouse, child, or parent, as well as grandparents, stepchildren, or stepparents.

Potential Damages in Wrongful Death Lawsuits

Oregon courts limit the damages you can collect through a wrongful death lawsuit to very specific losses surrounding the deceased’s passing. The purpose of these damages is to compensate family members and the deceased’s estate.

Damages in wrongful death claims may include the following.

Final medical expenses related to the deceased’s last injury or illness
Funeral and burial costs
Emotional damages, such as loss of care, comfort, or companionship
Pain and suffering endured by the deceased prior to death
The value of lost wages and benefits

Contact a Portland Wrongful Death Lawyer

If you recently lost a loved one due to the negligent actions of another person or entity, Tillmann Law can help. Our wrongful death lawyers will advocate tirelessly on you and your family’s behalf, maintaining open communication each step of the way so we can build the most compelling case in your favor.

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with one of our Portland personal injury attorneys. We will walk you through your legal options and determine whether or not you qualify for wrongful death litigation.