Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death Lawyers in Chicago

Helping Illinois Families Navigate Wrongful Death Claims

Wrongful death lawsuits are legal claims brought by the family of a deceased victim of negligence, whether personal injury, product liability, or medical malpractice. Wrongful death lawsuits involve complex legal issues of liability and damages. If you have lost a loved one in a catastrophic accident or as a result of medical malpractice, it is highly recommended that you consult with a knowledgeable and experienced wrongful death attorney.

The Chicago wrongful death attorneys at Cogan & Power, P.C. focus on accident and injury law, representing the families of deceased victims of negligence, including medical malpractice, or intentional misconduct.

If you have lost a loved one in a catastrophic accident or as the result of negligence, contact the Chicago wrongful death lawyers at Cogan & Power, P.C.

Proven Success in Securing Multi-Million Dollar Settlements

We represent clients in wrongful death scenarios, including:

Our extensive experience has led to significant verdicts and settlements in wrongful death matters, including:

$13 million settlement in a commercial trucking accident
$11.4 million verdict in a medical malpractice case involving surgical malpractice and product liability claims
$6.8 million verdict in an auto accident case
$2.9 million verdict for the surviving family of a one-year-old baby who died of birth injuries
$2.6 million verdict for the surviving family of a 14-year-old girl who was misdiagnosed and died during surgery

Types of Wrongful Death Damages

Wrongful death lawsuits involve a number of complex legal issues. The plaintiff must first prove that the defendant is liable for the decedent’s death as a result of negligent or intentional wrongdoing. Once liability is assessed, there are often complex legal issues regarding the appropriate level of compensation that should be awarded as damages.

The plaintiff in a wrongful death action may be entitled to receive compensation for the following:

Medical bills
Funeral expenses
Loss of future income and benefits
Loss of parental guidance (if the decedent has minor children)
Loss of spousal companionship, protection, and care
Grief, sorrow, and mental suffering of surviving spouse and next of kin
Pain and suffering of the decedent prior to death
Punitive damages (if the defendant’s actions were intentional)

Act Quickly to Protect Your Rights

Wrongful death lawsuits have strict time limitations (called statutes of limitations) governing when a lawsuit can be filed. Accordingly, it is important to act quickly to protect your rights. By enlisting the help of an experienced Illinois wrongful death attorney, you can promptly begin the legal analysis, factual investigation, and document preparation necessary to bring a successful wrongful death action.

The Chicago wrongful death attorneys at Cogan & Power, P.C. have the skill, knowledge, and experience to assess any potential wrongful death cause of action. Moreover, our vast experience litigating wrongful death actions allows us to analyze the potential damages to which you may be entitled.

Do not hesitate to contact our office at (312) 477-2500 to discuss a possible wrongful death claim and learn more about the types of damages to which you may be entitled. If you cannot come to our offices in downtown Chicago, we will come to you. And because we take cases on a contingency basis, you will not pay any fee unless we get you compensation.

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Hear From Our Happy Clients

"Beyond thankful for what your firm has done for us"
My family is so thankful for all of the hard work that attorneys John Power, Tom Murphy and James Edwards, who along with the support of Greg Marshall and Nancy O’Donnell have done for us.

- Mark
"Excellent Attorneys and even better Humans!"
John Power and Tom Murphy are excellent attorneys and even better human beings. Both were there every step of the way guiding us through a very difficult and traumatic process. The hard work and dedication of John, Tom, and the entire Cogan and Power team, make it easier for us to heal and hope for better days. We are forever grateful for the outcome.

- Anita Davis
"The outcome of my case has forever changed my life. Sara is a smiling face that has a lioness’s toughness that works hard for her clients!"
Sara Davis truly made my traumatic experience so much easier to deal with. She communicated with me throughout my case to ensure I was up to speed and provided me the next steps to come. Sara was extremely personable, informative and well prepared! She never made me feel as if she was too busy to answer my calls. The outcome of my case has forever changed my life. Sara is a smiling face that has a lioness’s toughness that works hard for her clients! Thanks Sara and team for enhancing my life with the outcome of my case!

- Lakitsha L.
"Great communication, quick responses, informed every step of the way. 10/10."
Great communication, quick responses, informed every step of the way. 10/10.

- Haley D
"I had highly recommend Sara Davis and Cogan and Power. Sara goes over and beyond for her clients."
I had highly recommend Sara Davis and Cogan and Power. Sara goes over and beyond for her clients.

- Adrian P.
"Best lawyers. They really look out for you and your family."
Best lawyers. They really look out for you and your family.

- Marty J.
"I cannot recommend Cogan and Power highly enough."
Cogan and Power is without parallel. I cannot recommend Cogan and Power highly enough.

- Laura T.
"I can not speak highly enough"
I can not speak highly enough for the experience I have received from Cogan & Power Attorneys at Law. I was introduced to John Power through a mural friend. I was impressed from the very first phone call with John Power to us meeting through the pandemic. His professionalism and his medical knowledge is unbelievable… I have to say from that day moving forward John Power, Sara Davis and Kim Stefanek all put me at ease. My cases lasted just about 3 years and I was notified every step of the way on what was going forward and keeping me in the loop. John and Sara made sure that I was ready and comfortable for my Deposition, they made sure every stone was unturned! Kim Stefanek is one of their paralegals and she is awesome. I can go and I highly recommend Cogan & Power for your legal issues. John Power & Sara Davis are amazing attorneys and exceptional, caring, compassionate people!!

- Beatrice H.

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Cogan & Power is here to help you get the results you need with a team you can trust.

Collaborative Approach to Legal Representation
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If You Can't Come to Us, We Will Come To You
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Record-Setting Achievements Recovering Millions for Our Clients
Nearly 200 Years of Combined Experience

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