Police Related Wrongful Death Legal Claim

Wrongful death cases are some of the more complicated civil suits, and when police are implicated in the claim, it is best to hire an experienced lawyer immediately.  Learn more about specific wrongful death cases below:
 
Lukus Glenn: Two years after Lukus Glenn was killed by gunshot in the city of Tigard (Washington County) in September 2006, his family filed a wrongful death lawsuit with a wrongful death lawyer. The family released a statement claiming that the two officers were close enough to fire their Tasers. The case is still ongoing.

Curtis Good: Curtis Good’s girlfriend and former girlfriend with a wrongful death lawyer sued the city of Perth Amboy, New Jersey and the police department for his fatal shooting. The case was settled in December 2008 by the insurance carrier. $1.35 million was distributed to Good's children in the form of a trust, as well as to both plaintiffs (the mothers of the children).

Jose Angel Rios: Rios' son and wife filed a wrongful death police brutality lawsuit in 2006 with a wrongful death lawyer. Jose Angel Rios was shocked using a Taser gun by officers witnessing a fight between Rios and his wife, and Rios died on the scene. Compensation totaled $70,000.

Review these FAQs about wrongful death, and learn if you have a case.

What kind of accidents can result in wrongful death?
In the case of wrongful death cases involving police, careless or negligent acts, deliberately caused death, and reckless acts all could lead to a wrongful death case.

Who can sue for wrongful death?
It depends on the state, which is why it is imperative to meet with a wrongful death lawyer. Sometimes, grandparents or other relatives can file the suit , and in other cases, only the spouse and children. In general, wrongful death lawsuits claim that family and friends were damaged emotionally or financially.

Is there a statute of limitations for a wrongful death claim involving the police?
It is important to file your claim with a wrongful death lawyer as soon as you can, because state law defines the amount of time allowed to file, depending on either when the death occurred, or when the situation first came to light.