Filing a lawsuit may not be a priority for families that have experienced the unexpected loss of a loved one however, taking legal action may provide compensation to help manage out-of-pocket expenses and other costs that may arise following a wrongful death incident. Families may also be able to hold those accountable for the negligent actions that may have caused – or contributed to – the fatality.
The Saint Paul wrongful death lawyers at TSR Injury Law understand that this may be a sensitive time for you and your family, and we are here to help. We have been helping injury victims and their families recover compensation for over 20 years. Our firm has recovered $300 million in compensation on behalf of our clients.
We offer a free consultation and you are not obligated to have us represent you. We can answer any questions you may have about the legal process and you will not be charged any upfront fees for our services. Our attorneys do not get paid unless we win fair compensation for your case.
Contact an experienced lawyer from TSR Injury Law today by calling (612) TSR-TIME.
Rich Ruohonen represented an individual in his 40s involved in an accident whose injuries resulted in amputation of his leg for a settlement of $12 million.
Partner Rich Ruohonen obtained a $4 million settlement for a woman who suffered a dominant arm injury caused by a crash with a commercial semi-truck.
Virginia was a 53-year old nurse who was rear-ended by a semi-truck on highway 94 at highway speeds. She was hit so hard that her vehicle was pushed into a truck in front of her which pushed into another car, thereby totaling all three vehicles.
At the scene Virginia was disoriented but it is unknown whether she lost consciousness. She was taken by ambulance to the hospital. She had significant treatment over the next several months for a mild traumatic brain injury and neck and back injuries. She now has trigger point injections every three months for ongoing neck and back pain along with occipital nerve blocks for intense headaches resulting after the traumatic brain injury. She takes significant medications for pain, headaches and other complications form the mild traumatic brain injury. Her home life and relationships were affected considerably. While she is able to work, it requires an heightened level of attention and focus resulting in worsening fatigue and requiring significant rest on her off days. She also suffered from PTSD and anxiety as a result of the crash and her injuries. She also has some vision loss in one eye in the lower right quadrant.
Virginia was just starting a second job as a nurse where she anticipated working substantially more than full time between the two jobs. Following her recovery from this crash, she was out of work for almost 10 months and could only get back to 24 hours a week, which is a permanent restriction requiring a day off between shifts due to her traumatic brain injury and significant fatigue. Her wage loss was substantial. Three coworkers and supervisors testified as to her significant problems at work and changes in her previous abilities as a nurse before she was injured in this crash. Her husband and daughter also testified as to her changes in personality, home life and cognitive deficiencies. Her husband suffered significant damages for loss of consortium as well, due to his wife’s changes in personalities and abilities.
Virginia’s neurologist, psychologist, and internist all wrote reports confirming the ongoing and permanent nature of her brain injury, PTSD and anxiety condition, fatigue, and neck and back injuries.
The trucking company admitted the crash was the fault of its driver, but refused to agree that her injuries were as significant as alleged or that she had a significant wage loss. They hired a neuropsychologist who stated that Virginia did not have an ongoing cognitive injury from her traumatic brain injury. They also argued the ongoing damages in the case were fairly minimal and that she had fully recovered from the injuries she suffered in the crash.
Partner, Rich Ruohonen, represented Virginia from the beginning of the case and worked on the case for four years. The parties agreed to enter binding arbitration on the case with a three-attorney panel to make the decision regarding the amount of damages in this case. The case was tried to this panel of arbitrators in a full-day hearing and resulted in an significant award for Virginia and her husband. The following amounts were awarded:
Past Medical Expenses: $116,784.10
Past loss of earnings: $400,000
Future earning capacity loss: $550,000
Future medical expenses: $100,000
Past pain, disability, emotional distress and embarrassment: $500,000
Future pain, disability, emotional distress and embarrassment: $750,000
Past Loss of Consortium: $225,000
Future Loss of Consortium: $400,000
Total Award in this case was $3,041,784.10, which will compensate Virginia for her significant loss resulting from being hit by this semi-truck. Virginia now recovered a significant portion of her lost wages and future losses, which will help her go on her with her life. This was a four-year battle with the trucking company, which finally resulted in a tremendous and deserving award for Virginia and her husband.
A wrongful death is caused by the negligent or wrongful acts of another party. If the victim had survived, he or she would have had the basis for a personal injury claim against the at-fault party.
There are many types of accidents caused by negligence that could give you grounds to file a wrongful death claim:
If your loved one died because of any of the above situations or another situation caused by negligence, you may have a chance to pursue compensation for your damages.
Our Saint Paul wrongful death attorneys are available to discuss the situation in a free consultation. TSR Injury Law: (612) TSR-TIME.
Your lawyer must be able to prove the four elements of negligence were present in the accident that led to your loved one’s death:
TSR Injury Law has recovered over $1 billion for clients who have suffered injuries or losses due to the negligent actions of others.
Our firm has earned a 5-star rating for our commitment to excellence in legal representation and client satisfaction.
With more than 20 years of experience, TSR Injury Law has a proven record of success.
Many factors are considered when determining compensation for the unexpected loss of a loved one. For example, if the deceased person was the head of household and was responsible for supporting the family financially, his or her dependents may be able to receive compensation for lost income and benefits.
Surviving family or the appointed trustee may be eligible for compensation for:
We know compensation cannot make up for the loss of a loved one, but it can help families manage some of the damages they have suffered.
Schedule a free consultation today by calling our Saint Paul wrongful death lawyers us at (612) TSR-TIME.
In Minnesota, wrongful death claims can be filed by any one of the following relatives of the deceased:
Unsure if you can file? Our attorneys are available to discuss your situation in a free consultation. There is no obligation to take legal action so there is no risk to you.
Every state has its own statute of limitations, which determines the amount of time permitted to file a wrongful death claim. In Minnesota, you generally have three years to do so. However, since no two accidents are exactly alike, there may be instances where this time period may be shortened or extended, depending on the details of your wrongful death case.
We recommend contacting a lawyer as soon as possible to discuss the merits of your claim and the deadline that may apply. If you do not file your claim before the deadline passes, you may lose the right to seek compensation.
Call TSR Injury Law at (612) TSR-TIME. We can be contacted anytime, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Our dedicated attorneys are recognized for their skill and unwavering commitment to justice. They have a proven record of success in leveling the playing field, securing justice, and helping people rebuild from the impact of injury.
No Fees Unless We Win
If you have a valid claim, there may be numerous ways our lawyers may be able to assist with your wrongful death case.
One important advantage of hiring a lawyer is he or she can speak with insurance companies and other involved parties on your behalf to defend your best interests.
Insurance companies often contact victims to try to get them to say things that may lower the value of their claim. They may try to hold anything you say or do against you. Our lawyers know what to say and what not to say to help preserve the full value of your claim.
Our St. Paul wrongful death attorneys are also prepared to take the necessary steps to build a robust case for maximum compensation:
Our team of attorneys, paralegals, investigators and support staff is ready to get to work pursuing the full value of your claim.
See what our clients have to say about working with TSR Injury Law. Their stories reflect our commitment to providing exceptional legal representation and personalized attention to every case.
We understand this is a very difficult time for your family. We are here to manage the legal process on your behalf so you can be with your family.
Schedule your no-risk consultation so you can ask us about the legal process and whether you may have a case. We charge no upfront fees and we only receive payment when we win your case.
In more than 20 years, we have recovered $300 million in compensation. Partner Rich Ruohonen was named Minnesota Attorney of the Year and has served as president of the Minnesota Association for Justice.
Our main office is located at 7760 France Ave South Suite 820 in Minneapolis, which is only a 10-minute drive from the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
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