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When someone else’s negligence takes the life of your loved one, you need a Columbia wrongful death lawyer to help your family through this devastating loss. Taking legal action will not change your loved one’s death, but it can provide surviving family members with much-needed financial support and closure.
Regan Zambri Long’s Columbia, personal injury attorneys can handle your legal claim with compassion and determination to make sure your family recovers fair compensation. Whether you lost your loved one in a vehicle accident, a medical mistake, because of a defective product, or another act of negligence, our legal team will make sure the responsible parties are held accountable.
Call Regan Zambri Long today to schedule your free consultation. We’re here to help you find answers and accountability after your loved one’s death.
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You must prove that the liable party was negligent in order to recover compensation for your non-economic and economic damages. Additionally, under Maryland law, no one who is partially responsible for an accident, injuries, or death may claim compensation.
Wrongful death claims in Maryland can be challenging. Your family will be facing mental anguish after such a devastating loss. Sorting out a wrongful death suit is the last thing you need to handle alone. A skilled Columbia personal injury lawyer will take on the legal burden, including:
Personal injury claims and wrongful death claims hinge on the legal principle of negligence, that:
The duty was breached by an action or inaction
The breach caused an accident or incident
You were directly harmed or injured
When you hire Regan Zambri Long’s Columbia, MD, wrongful death lawyers, we gather evidence to prove negligence and liability beyond a reasonable doubt.
A fatal incident leaves surviving family members reeling. A wrongful death lawyer from Regan Zambri Long can help you and your family stay grounded. Call today for a free case evaluation to discuss your legal options.
Hundreds of thousands of preventable deaths occur each year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Unintentional injuries, medical mistakes, and vehicle accidents claim the lives of many loved ones, leaving family members reeling. In many cases, the deceased person suffered physically and emotionally before passing away, leaving medical bills and other expenses that other family members must pay.
Car accidents continue to be a leading cause of wrongful death claims. Of Maryland’s 577 fatal crashes in 2023, 23 occurred in Howard County. Vehicle accidents are most often caused by negligent driving, such as speeding, aggressive or reckless driving, driving while under the influence, and distracted driving.
Misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, failure to treat, improper treatment, and medication mistakes can result in many wrongful death claims throughout the United States. An estimated 795,000 Americans are permanently disabled or die from misdiagnosis each year. Maryland hospitals reported 118 patient deaths that were unexpected or unrelated to the natural course of the diagnosed illness or condition.
Faulty products are behind many wrongful death claims. As consumers, you are entitled to reasonably safe merchandise. To lose a loved one because of a manufacturer’s negligence and priority of profits over safety is unacceptable. Product liability covers many cases, including:
Faulty parts for cars, trucks, and other machines
Defective and dangerous toys and equipment
Failure to adequately warn consumers about dangers and proper use
A wrongful death lawsuit ensures your family recovers compensation for the loss of your loved one. Regan Zambri Long’s Maryland law offices handle the entire legal process so your family can spend time grieving and healing. Call us today to schedule your free case review and discuss your next steps.
Fatal workplace accidents often result from unsafe conditions, lack of training, or failure to follow safety regulations. High-risk industries such as construction, manufacturing, and transportation see the highest rates of fatal injuries. In some cases, liability may extend beyond the employer to third-party contractors or equipment manufacturers.
Elderly individuals in nursing homes rely on staff for proper care. When caregivers fail to provide medication, nutrition, hygiene, or supervision, the consequences can be fatal. Wrongful death claims may also arise in cases of intentional abuse or neglect that result in fatal injuries or untreated conditions.
Property owners have a legal responsibility to keep their premises reasonably safe. Fatal accidents can happen when owners or managers neglect that duty. Dangerous conditions such as broken stairs, exposed wiring, poor lighting, or a lack of fire safety measures can all result in wrongful death. Liability may also extend to landlords, businesses, and public entities.
Pedestrians and cyclists are often at the mercy of negligent drivers. Speeding, failing to yield, and using a phone while driving can all lead to deadly collisions—especially in busy areas like downtown Columbia. These types of wrongful death cases are tragically common and often preventable.
Some wrongful deaths occur due to violence that might have been preventable with proper security. If a property owner fails to provide reasonable safety measures—such as secure entrances, lighting, or surveillance—they may be liable when someone is killed on their property during a criminal act.
Children are particularly vulnerable to harm. Fatal injuries may occur at daycares, in schools, on playgrounds, or in private homes due to unsafe products, lack of supervision, or dangerous conditions. A wrongful death claim can hold responsible parties accountable when a child’s death results from negligence.
Securing compensation after a loved one’s death is likely not at the top of your priority list. However, taking quick action is important. You will need to prove liability and calculate your economic and non-economic damages within three years of the wrongful death.
Regan Zambri Long’s Howard County, MD, wrongful death lawyers will handle all legal matters on behalf of your family. We will file the wrongful death action to compensate you for the loss of your loved one, including your emotional anguish, loss of companionship and guidance, and lost income and financial support. Our team will also file a survival action that compensates the deceased person for medical expenses and pain and suffering.
We will use medical records, accident reports, witness statements, and expert testimony to prove that your loved one’s death was the result of negligence.
Once we recover damages, we will make sure it is distributed according to Maryland laws. Primary beneficiaries include the decedent’s spouse, children, and parents. Secondary beneficiaries include any relative by blood or marriage who was dependent on the decedent.
A family member’s death is devastating. While you and your family focus on grieving and healing, let Regan Zambri Long handle your wrongful death case.
Our lawyers have been serving Columbia and Howard County for decades. With more than 100 years of combined experience, Regan Zambri Long has a track record of success that can’t be beat.
Regan Zambri Long’s wrongful death attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, so you don’t pay any fees until we make a recovery in your favor. Your loved one’s death takes an emotional and financial toll. Justice shouldn’t be an additional burden.
When you need a skilled Columbia law firm, call Regan Zambri Long. Let us pursue compensation for your family. Call our wrongful death lawyers today to schedule your free case review.
You may recover compensation through both a wrongful death action and a survival action. A wrongful death action awards beneficiaries damages for the harm they have suffered. A survival action compensates for the harm your loved one suffered prior to death.
Full compensation in a wrongful death case should cover all direct financial losses and intangible losses, including:
Lost wages and future earnings
In some cases, when the negligence is severe, punitive damages may be awarded to discourage such negligence in the future.
Regan Zambri Long works on a contingency fee basis. When we take on a wrongful death claim, we pay all the upfront costs and fees. Once we’ve made a recovery on your behalf, we are reimbursed with a percentage of your recovery.
The Maryland statute of limitations for wrongful death is three years from the date of the death. However, some exceptions apply, such as an unclear cause of death, a wrongful death case against a government entity, or surviving minor dependents. A Columbia, MD, wrongful death lawyer will make sure your claim is filed within the statute of limitations.
A surviving spouse, children, or parents are the primary beneficiaries and may file a wrongful death claim in Maryland. If the deceased did not have these family members, secondary beneficiaries related by blood or marriage who were significantly dependent on the deceased person may file a claim. The deceased’s personal representative may also file a wrongful death lawsuit.
If your family needs to file a wrongful death lawsuit, let Regan Zambri Long help. Our Maryland lawyers are well-versed in state laws. We will fight until we’ve recovered the compensation your family deserves. Call us today for your free case evaluation and let us support you during this devastating time.
Have you or your loved one sustained injuries in Washington DC, Maryland or Virginia? Regan Zambri Long PLLC has the best lawyers in the country to analyze your case and answer the questions you may have.