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Tips on Filing a Wrongful Death Claim after a Child’s Death

A child's death from a water-related injury is a tragic occurrence that can be overwhelmingly difficult for a parent to face, particularly when the death is a result of negligent acts by another person. Water-related accidents that cause fatal child injuries often warrant a wrongful death lawsuit filed on behalf of the deceased child.

A wrongful death lawsuit can be an intimidating process, but there are ways to make the process a little easier. Here are a few helpful pointers when filing a wrongful death lawsuit:

• Work with your wrongful death attorney to gather necessary evidence or witnesses, including expert witnesses and those who were present at the time of the accident.
• Do not neglect or ignore your feelings of grief. The trial will likely bring back many memories of your child and it is important to work through the complicated emotions of grief.
• Talk to a counselor, spiritual advisor or local support group.
• Be prepared to take prompt action on the claim as Massachusetts law imposes a statute of limitations for wrongful death lawsuits.
• Know that by holding negligent parties responsible for their actions, you are fighting for the rights of your deceased child

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If your child has been injured or killed through the negligence of a daycare or responsible party, you should the advice of an experienced child injury lawyer.

When selecting a wrongful death or child injury attorney in Massachusetts you'll want to ask critical questions such as; how long have you been practicing law; do you have experience with child accident cases in Boston, Massachusetts; what is the biggest settlement or verdict you have won?

For over 30 years The Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley, located in Andover, Massachusetts, has fought on behalf of children. Our child injury lawyers take time when speaking with you about your child's injuries. Mr. Kiley's firm works with you on a contingency basis, which means there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury attorneys win your case. Call now for a FREE legal consultation.

Question: If the insurance company has to choose between settling your child's case in HIS or HER favor or THEIR favor, which do you think they will choose?

When your child is injured or killed in a tragic accident in Massachusetts, you are forced into an unthinkable position -- pursuing a claim on behalf of your injured child. Thomas M. Kiley & Associates will take time to learn about your child's injuries, help you determine liability, and get your child the compensation he or she deserves for their personal injuries or death.

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