Wrongful Death

Car accident personal injury lawyer for Appleton, Wisconsin

Ronald W. Tusler
Personal Injury Attorney

Prove Wrongful Death | Who Can File a Lawsuit | Common Causes

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Wrongful Death Attorney Serving Appleton, WI

Tusler Law’s wrongful death attorneys help Wisconsin clients deal with the legal complications of wrongful death cases. While no amount of money will ever be equal to human life, medical expenses, funeral costs and sudden loss of income can be financial burdens. If you suspect the circumstances involving the death of a loved one are wrongful, contact Tusler Law’s Appleton wrongful death attorney. Ron Tusler is an award-winning lawyer who will fight aggressively for you and your family to get the compensation you need and deserve.

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How Do You Prove Wrongful Death?

Wisconsin state statutes define a wrongful death as an unnecessary death caused by a “wrongful act, neglect or default.” To prove death is wrongful, it must not have occurred without neglect or the act of someone else. Wrongful deaths can include anything from work accidents to dog bites. Proof of financial damage may also be required, and can increase your compensation. Wrongful death laws are very similar to personal injury laws and make sure the responsible party is punished, and the family is compensated in place of the victim.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Wisconsin?

Not everyone can file a wrongful death lawsuit. Living immediate family members who can file suit are:

Spouse or domestic partner
Children or grandchildren
Parents or guardians
Grandparents
Siblings

How Is Money Distributed After a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

Wisconsin Law names the spouse of the deceased as the primary beneficiary. Any minor children of the deceased may receive no more than 50 percent of the financial compensation from a wrongful death lawsuit payout. Depending on the circumstances, the money may be withheld from their possession for a time. If there are no spouse or children, the compensation goes to any grandparents and then to siblings of the deceased.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death

Car Accidents
Defective Products
Work-Related Accidents
Improper Training
Pedestrian Accidents
Any Accident Caused by Negligent Behavior

What to do in the Event of a Suspected Wrongful Death

If you suspect your loved one has died because of negligence or a willful action, schedule a free consultation with Tusler Law. During our meeting, you tell your story, and we listen and give our professional opinion on the matter. If filing a wrongful death lawsuit is your next step, we will handle it for you. Ron Tusler has a strict no-win-no-fee policy and only gets paid if you do.

Attorney for Wrongful Death Cases Across Wisconsin

Tusler Law represents clients in wrongful death cases across Wisconsin, including Grand Chute, Kaukauna, Kimberly, Menasha, Sherwood, Appleton, Neenah, Greenville and beyond. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.