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Portland Wrongful Death Lawyer

Portland Wrongful Death Lawyer

Did you recently lose a loved one in an accident in Portland, OR? You have to process your grief while also dealing with financial expenses and losses related to the death. If someone else was responsible for your loss, you may be entitled to a substantial monetary award. Call Tillmann Law Personal Injury Lawyers at (503) 272-8986 for a free consultation today!

The Portland wrongful death lawyers can help you hole the at-fault party responsible. We can help you achieve justice and financial stability after your loved one’s wrongful death. Our attorney has nearly two decades of experience in personal injury law cases including Portland truck accidents, slip and fall cases, motorcycle accidents brain injury cases, and more.

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with a Portland wrongful death attorney. We work on contingency. That means we don’t charge attorney fees unless we recover a settlement or verdict on your behalf.

How Tillmann Law Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help With Your Wrongful Death Claim in Oregon

How Tillman Law Can Help With Your Wrongful Death Claim in Oregon

It may feel like your life has been turned upside down after losing your loved one in an accident. You may have significant medical expenses as well as funeral and burial costs. You may also have also lost financial support and security in the wake of the loss. You deserve justice if another party is liable for your loved one’s death. 

Our Portland personal injury attorneys can help you seek closure and financial damages through a wrongful death claim. Aaron Tillmann of Tillmann Law Personal Injury Lawyers has almost 20 years of experience in personal injury and wrongful death law. He’s been recognized by many top legal organizations, including Super Lawyers Magazine and The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers.

When you hire us to represent your family in a Portland, Oregon wrongful death claim, we will:

  • Explain your rights and options after your loved one’s death
  • Investigate the accident to gather evidence and identify all liable parties
  • Track and calculate all damages related to the wrongful death
  • Consult with leading experts in finance, medicine, and other fields to prove your case
  • Handle all communications and negotiations with other parties involved in the case
  • Take care of all administrative aspects of you claim
  • Bring your case to court to protect your family’s rights

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with a Portland personal injury lawyer. 

What is a Wrongful Death in Oregon?

What is a Wrongful Death in Oregon?

Oregon law defines wrongful death as any death arising from the “wrongful act or omission of another.” Importantly, the act or omission must have qualified the victim to file a personal injury lawsuit had they survived. 

Wrongful acts or omissions can include negligence-based cases, such as motor vehicle accidents, workplace accidents, and slip and falls, to name a few. They can include strict liability incidents such as dog bites and product defects. They can also include intentional acts like assault.

Who Can File an Action for Wrongful Death?

Who Can File an Action for Wrongful Death?

In Oregon, the personal representative of a victim’s estate is responsible for filing a wrongful death lawsuit. The surviving family members will likely be the ones who receive any damages recovered in the lawsuit. However, they are not generally not named in the lawsuit. 

If the victim prepared a will before they died, the will would name the personal representative. If the victim did not have a will, the court would appoint someone to this role. 

Our wrongful death lawyer in Portland can help you determine if and when you can file a wrongful death lawsuit. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your rights.

How Do I Know if I Have a Wrongful Death Case?

How Do I Know if I Have a Wrongful Death Case?

You might not have been present in the accident that killed your loved one. Therefore, you might be uncertain whether you have a wrongful death case.

However, if your loved one died in an accident, and someone else is responsible for the accident, you potentially have a wrongful death claim. You may also have a wrongful death claim if someone intentionally killed your loved one.

The best way to determine if you have a wrongful death case is to consult an experienced personal injury lawyer in Portland. Our attorney at Tillmann Law Personal Injury Lawyers would be happy to explore your rights and options.

We Handle All Types of Wrongful Death Actions in Portland

We Handle All Types of Wrongful Death Actions in Portland

Wrongful deaths can occur in almost any type of accident.

However, it can be harder to prove some wrongful death cases than others, depending on how your loved one died. 

At Tillmann Law Personal Injury Lawyers, we handle all types of wrongful death actions in Oregon, including those involving:

  • Car Accidents
  • Truck Accidents
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Pedestrian Accidents
  • Bicycle Accidents
  • Uber & Lyft Accidents
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Boating Accidents
  • Workplace Accidents
  • Construction Accidents
  • Product Defects
  • Dog Bites

We offer contingency fee arrangements to all wrongful death clients. This means you won’t pay any attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you first. This fee structure keeps you from worrying about whether you can afford legal representation in an already-difficult time. 

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with a wrongful death attorney in Portland to learn how we can help.

What Types of Damages Are Available in a Case of Wrongful Death?

What Types of Damages Are Available in a Case of Wrongful Death?

A wrongful death action allows surviving family members to seek compensation for losses related to their loved one’s death.

These damages may not bring your loved one back, but they can defray the financial burdens caused by their passing.

Oregon allows a victim’s estate to recover money for:

  • The victim’s funeral/burial expenses
  • Medical expenses to treat the victim before their death
  • Lost wages, benefits, and support resulting from their death
  • The victim’s pain and suffering before their death
  • Loss of society, companionship, and services rendered to the family

Importantly, non-economic damages are capped at $500,000 in Oregon wrongful death cases. There are no caps for economic damages. 

In some cases, punitive damages may be available. Rather than compensate the estate/surviving family members, punitive damages serve to punish a defendant for gross negligence or intentional misconduct.

Our legal team can help you understand the value of your case during a free initial consultation. Contact us today to learn more.

What if My Loved One is Being Blamed for their Accident?

What if My Loved One is Being Blamed for their Accident?

You can still recover damages even if your loved one was partially at fault for their accident. Oregon has modified comparative fault laws. If your loved one was less than 51% responsible for their injuries, the estate can pursue compensation. The damages will be reduced to account for the victim’s share of fault.

If your loved one was 51% or more responsible for their injuries, Oregon law prohibits the estate from recovering any compensation. This is known as a 51% bar.

Insurance companies and other defendants like to use the comparative fault rules to avoid liability for wrongful death. Therefore, they often blame victims even when they bear no fault for their accidents. An experienced Portland personal injury lawyer can protect you from unfounded accusations of comparative fault.

How Long Do I Have to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Oregon?

How Long Do I Have to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Oregon?

You won’t have unlimited time to pursue a wrongful death action after your loved one’s death. Oregon typically gives you three years from the date of the victim’s injury to initiate the lawsuit. This time limit is known as the statute of limitations

If you fail to file your claim by the deadline, you will be barred from recovering compensation. 

You may have more or less time to file a claim depending on the circumstances. That’s why it’s always important to consult a skilled attorney for help determining the statute of limitations in your case.

Contact an Experienced Portland Wrongful Death Lawyer for a Free Case Review

Contact an Experienced Portland Wrongful Death Lawyer for a Free Case Review

You may be grieving your loved one’s loss. However, it’s important to act promptly to preserve your right to file a wrongful death suit. The money you recover can make all the difference in the world to helping your family move forward.

Our Portland wrongful death lawyers at Tillmann Law Personal Injury Lawyers can provide the skilled representation you need for your case. We’ll provide a sympathetic advocate who is not afraid to take on big defendants to protect your family.

Contact our law office today to schedule your 100% free case consultation. We’re standing by to help you.

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What Our Portland Wrongful Death Clients Are Saying About Us

What Our Portland Wrongful Death Clients Are Saying About Us

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Justin Vieth
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Shimmeri Selph
Shimmeri Selph
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Don't waste your time.
Alan Rogers
Alan Rogers
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Thanks Aaron, we truly appreciate everything you have done for us.I know that I was a handful early on, but you handled it with a deft touch and ultimately proved yourself to be a great advocate for our family none the less.Thanks so much Bud!You have my eternal respect and gratitude.
Tim Cheredayko
Tim Cheredayko
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Tillmann helped me out a lot! Going over ever detail with the case from both sides and always informing me what is going to happen through out the case. Definitely recommend Tillmann Law!
A B
A B
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Rude. Classist. The receptionist needs some manners. Actually hung up when told was a low income family.
Justin W
Justin W
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I had the pleasure of working with Aaron and his team over the course of the last year. They were very professional and responsive. Dealing with injuries can be dreadful, but Aaron made it as painless as possible. I highly recommend.
Bonnie Thorn
Bonnie Thorn
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Aaron Tillmann and his entire staff were professional, empathetic and very knowledgeable. They assisted our family at a time when we were grieving the loss of our son with compassion and respect.
Tina Rutledge
Tina Rutledge
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Arisbet Bustos
Arisbet Bustos
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I am very grateful and pleased with the services of Lawyer Aaron and his team work, especially Julia, who was always attentive to my concerns and resolved my doubts with a good attitude and empathy, and best of all, she speaks Spanish. Thank you so much!!!
Ken Pollett
Ken Pollett
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I was involved in a serious auto accident. Not that there is a good time to be in any accident, it just happened to be 2020. Tillman Law and support staff kept me in the loop as the court system was disarray with all the Covid issues. The staff was very professional and courteous. In a nutshell, they took care of me.
Jordan Bedrick
Jordan Bedrick
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My husband was in a bad car accident a few years back, and he was stopped due to traffic. He was behind a fuel truck, and someone rear-ended him, going 60mph. The worst part was our 6 mo old was in our and the truck was totaled beyond repair and my husbands back injured severly he ended up with 2 broken vertebrae. Our child had ptsd any time getting into a vehicle after that. Tillman made this right even though we couldn't do much for our son other comfort him and make car rides more comfortable from there on out Tillman was able to get my husband the money he deserved after the other driver was extremely negligent and either not paying attention or on his phone or something unfortunately this was during covid and when the police came they didnt do a single thing to check for any of that. We can't say enough good things about Aaron Tillman he gave us our hope back and the ability to have back surgery to repair a lot of his back issues due to the car wreck. So if you have been in an accident definitely call Tillman Law they're amazing super professional, kind and empathetic beings who will work for the best possible outcome for your case and fight they won't just roll over and play dead they spent about 2.5 years on my husbands case never giving up. He was always super honest with my husband and always communicated everything. So again, thank you, Aaron Tillman, and thank you to your law firm for working so tirelessly. We appreciate it more than you know.
Cassie Kocker
Cassie Kocker
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Aaron is great. He is professional and personable which makes you feel cared about during the process. He will provide advice and resources so that the process is smooth and renders positive results. I highly recommend!
Michael Darling (Mike Rich)
Michael Darling (Mike Rich)
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Still working with them to this day! Great firm great people. Much recommend
Brittany Sloan
Brittany Sloan
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I can’t recommend Tillman Law enough. We were in a sticky situation from a car accident in December and my partner was out of work for over a month. Aaron told us we may not be able to get those lost wages, but he would definitely try to fight the insurance for them and even then we might not see the money for a long time. It’s only been 3 1/2 months since the accident and we just got our lost funds today. Tillman Law was quick, efficient, and made this entire situation much less painful. I appreciate everything they’ve done for us.
Hazel Ault
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Jennifer nelson
Jennifer nelson
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Great experience
Oksana Pavlenko
Oksana Pavlenko
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Really pleased with my experience at Tillmann Law. Mr. Tillmann and his team were on top of my case, worked hard to answer any questions I had and finished my case in a timely manner. I was really happy with the outcome . Thank you!
Robert Swanson
Robert Swanson
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Tucker Earp
Tucker Earp
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Linette Figueroa
Linette Figueroa
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Mr. Tillman took care of my care seamlessly! He immediately hopped on my case immediately and guided me through the entire process. His team is professional, organized and well-resourced! He even went back to ensure the settlement was beyond fair. If you want someone who will fight tooth and nail on your behalf- Mr. Tillman is your lawyer!
Robert Aley
Robert Aley
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I am so happy to promote Aaron and his team. They did such an amazing job handling my case. Call them if you need service. I called him when I first needed help with my accident and he called me back within five minutes. This team is so great! I am so happy to have worked with them.
Teresa Ochoa
Teresa Ochoa
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Mr. Tillmann and his paralegal Jason were fantastic to work with! They were always available to answer my questions in a timely manner and delivered a very good outcome after I was rear ended. I would recommend their services to anyone.
Roro Roro
Roro Roro
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Amazing team at the Tillman Law, LLC . His work speaks for it self. Thank you for being professional and above all understanding to different people. God bless everyone that works there .
Mercury Nightstone
Mercury Nightstone
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Aaron and his staff, especially Jason, were all extremely courteous, timely, and professional. Highly recommend, truly appreciate your hard work!
Danielle Martin
Danielle Martin
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The Tillman Law Firm is amazing! I have been very pleased with everyone that I came in contact with concerning my case. They filed the case against the insurance company and fought hard in litigation to get what rightfully was taken from me. I would highly recommend them, they are the best in the Portland metro area!
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