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While criminal and civil cases are tried in distinctly different courts by different judges. The evidence use in and the outcome of a criminal case can provide key evidence that can later be use in a civil wrongful death case – particularly if the accuse individual is ultimately convicted in criminal court. The reason for this is that, once criminal negligence has been establish in a case. That establish negligence – and the evidence use as proof in court – can be use in civil courts. In fact, even if an accused individual is not convict of a crime. He can still be help liable for wrongful death damages in a civil suit.
Examples of the types of evidence use in criminal cases that can also be use to establish negligence in a wrongful death lawsuit in civil courts include (but are not limit to):
- Police reports
- Witness statements, including those from eye witnesses and expert witnesses
- Doctors’ reports
- Forensic evidence
- Video surveillance footage
Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Whether a wrongful death has been cause by a car accident, medical malpractice, criminal negligence (for example, manslaughter) or another factor, families of victims can secure compensation for the funeral and burial costs. The mental anguish of losing their loved one and future lost earnings by filing wrongful death lawsuits. While no amount of money can ever fully compensate a family for the loss of a loved one, following through with a wrongful death lawsuit can provide grieving families with the financial support they may need during such difficult times.
At the law firm of Hassakis & Hassakis, P.C.. Our experience Mount Vernon wrongful death lawyers have been providing client-centered representation to our Southern Illinois clients since 1950. Our trust attorneys focus on our clients’ needs. And we do everything we can to help them get the maximum possible compensation for their losses so they can focus on recovery and moving on with their life. If you have lost a love one due to any type of injury due or vehicle accident. Contact us by calling (888) 896-9381 for a free. Thorough assessment of your case, along with professional advice regarding the best manner in which to move forward.
