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Wrongful Death

Losing a loved one is devastating. Losing a loved one due to the negligent, reckless, or intentional actions of another person can be even more traumatic. It is almost unimaginable that your life will ever feel normal again. Coping with a sudden loss can be made even more complicated when you are suddenly thrust into economic instability and have to worry about paying bills and keeping your family together.

At the Law Office of Paul A. Samakow, P.C., our legal team knows that justice for your family member can feel out of reach. We want you to know that our dedicated attorneys will fight to hold the negligent party accountable for their actions while also seeking meaningful compensation for your losses. We know that money can’t replace your family member, but it can offer you the stability you need to move forward with your life.

To learn more about how the Maryland and Virginia personal injury attorneys of the Law Office of Paul A. Samakow, P.C. can help you, call our office today at 703-761-4343 or 301-949-1515. The consultation is free and confidential.

Do I Need a Wrongful Death Lawyer? 

Yes. If you have lost a loved one in an accident, you need to consult with an experienced wrongful death attorney. Suddenly losing a loved one can send you on an emotionally turbulent journey. The last thing you want to do while mourning a family member is worry about paying bills or negotiating with an insurer. Yet, these are exactly the tasks that tend to fall on grieving family members’ shoulders. Hiring a wrongful death attorney means someone else can shoulder these heavy responsibilities, giving you the time and space to grieve in peace.

A wrongful death attorney can help you manage a wrongful death claim from start to finish. That may involve negotiating with an insurer on your behalf, or it could mean preparing a wrongful death lawsuit for civil court. At the Law Office of Paul A. Samakow, P.C., we’ll thoroughly review the circumstances of your case and will direct you toward legal options that offer you the best chance at a favorable outcome. With our team by your side, you can focus on your family and feel confident that your case is in good hands.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

While family members may be the ones most impacted by the death of a loved one, in Virginia, a wrongful death lawsuit can only be filed by the personate representative of the deceased’s estate. The personal representative is also sometimes referred to as an executor. The personal representative or executor of a person’s estate is typically named in the deceased person’s will.

Although the executor may file a lawsuit on the deceased individual’s behalf, any compensation recovered from a successful lawsuit will be distributed to the deceased person’s beneficiaries. Family members who may receive compensation recovered in a wrongful death lawsuit can include:

  • Surviving spouse
  • Surviving children or grandchildren
  • Parents, siblings, or dependents who shared a household with the deceased

In Maryland, laws surrounding wrongful death are different. A deceased person’s spouse, parents, or children are generally permitted to file a lawsuit on behalf of a lost loved one.

Accidents that Can Result in a Wrongful Death 

Sometimes accidents can happen for seemingly no reason at all. Other times, accidents are the direct result of someone else’s negligent actions. When someone else is responsible for causing an accident, they can be held accountable for their actions through a wrongful death insurance claim or lawsuit. Some of the most common types of accidents that can trigger a wrongful death action include:

  • Car accident
  • Truck accident
  • Motorcycle accident
  • Pedestrian accident
  • Workplace accident
  • Medical malpractice
  • Slip and fall accident
  • Construction accident
  • Defective products
  • Dog or animal attacks
  • Nursing home abuse or neglect

If your loved one was involved in an accident that caused their death, contact an experienced wrongful death attorney to discuss your legal options.

Compensation for a Wrongful Death Claim 

While money can’t bring back your family member, it can help provide you and your family with much-needed financial stability during an uncertain time. The amount you may be able to recover will vary depending on the circumstances of your case. However, you may be able to seek money for the following:

  • Funeral costs
  • Burial costs
  • Medical bills from care before passing
  • Lost income
  • Loss of future income
  • Loss of benefits
  • Loss of companionship and support
  • Loss of consortium
  • Pain and suffering

All claims are unique. A compassionate wrongful death attorney can review the specifics of your case and give you a more accurate assessment of what your claim may be worth.

Statute of Limitations on Wrongful Death Claims 

Grief has no time limit. Unfortunately, wrongful death cases do. In Virginia, wrongful death lawsuits must be filed within two years of the date of the accident victim’s death. Cases not filed in this timeframe can be dismissed without being heard, meaning you will have very few options available for recovering compensation.

In Maryland, the statute of limitations on wrongful death lawsuits allows three years from the date of death to file a lawsuit. However, there are exceptions in cases where a person dies from an occupational disease. If you have questions about how long you have to file a wrongful death lawsuit, get in touch with a skilled wrongful death attorney as soon as possible.

Contact an Experienced Wrongful Death Attorney Immediately 

Losing a loved one may be one of the most painful experiences you go through in life. At the Law Office of Paul A. Samakow, P.C., we understand what a difficult time this can be for you and your family. You need advice, but more importantly, you need to be able to lean on someone you can trust.

At the Law Office of Paul A. Samakow, P.C., we move forward with wrongful death cases discreetly and professionally. Talk to one of our attorneys today to learn more about how we can help you navigate this difficult and confusing time. Call our office at 703-761-4343 or 301-949-1515 for a free and confidential case evaluation.

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Luis Amaya
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Mercedes Henriquez
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Edgar112orellana@gmail.com Edgar
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Evelyn and Rocco were incredible. Rocco did his best to get me the most for my case and Evelyn walked me through the hardships and what to expect. Now Paul! I love honesty and straight fordwardness... if that's a word. Paul was great, his team made me feel safe and showed me what to expect. Thank you all for what you did. From my family to yours.
Ryan Campbell
Ryan Campbell
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I first got injured ( burned in a sensitive area) and I didn't know what to Expect or what to to next. I found Mr samakow and his group online, read.some reviews and gave them a call. Mr samakow took my call and we began the process of gathering details.Throughout this case I was anything but easy to work with - I was frustrated and upset with the insurance company often.Life was happening too fast around me to begin with, and this is without considering the stress from the case itself.However, through all of this chaos and confusion, Mr samakow remained calm, and for the most part found a way to accommodate me at every turn the case took. He was honest about his intentions, and always transparent. My case settled in roughly 15 months!Thanks to paul, and the samakow law group for your patience and professionalism!I'd use again, and I highly recommend. 👌Best regards,Ryan s.
Juan Benavides
Juan Benavides
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I got in a motor accident in the beginning of the year. had the pleasure of working with the Law offices of paul A. Samakow, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel welcome and at ease.A special shoutout to Paralegal Evelyn, who was incredibly knowledgeable and attentive throughout the entire process. She took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions promptly, and truly went above and beyond to ensure I felt supported. Her professionalism and compassion made a challenging situation much more manageable.The attorneys at the firm are equally impressive, demonstrating expertise and dedication to their clients. I felt confident in their hands, and they delivered outstanding results.Thank you Evelyn, and the entire team, for your exceptional service!
T Marie Hayes
T Marie Hayes
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Ludvin Mendez
Ludvin Mendez
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Excelente abogado muy recomendable trabajo 100% garantizado
Alyncia Proctor
Alyncia Proctor
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Taina Hoyt
Taina Hoyt
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Melissa is amazing professional employee I will always come back to get services from this firm
Ashley Ruiz
Ashley Ruiz
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I had an accident by the beginning of the year, and we contacted them to represent me, they were amazing, process took less then a year, and it was super fast, Evelyn was so helpful and amazing.
Edwin Perdomo
Edwin Perdomo
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What a great law firm Mrs. Evelyn Amaya kept me notified and up to date on everything and ensured me her and her team had my back and no matter how frustrated I was they spoke with respect and dignity to me which I admire, they really know there stuff, thank you again
Joe Musso
Joe Musso
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I've been a nursing home abuse attorney for 25 years. In Virginia the legislature codified understaffing cases for attorneys like me in direct response to the case of Alcoy v. Woodbine which Paul Samakow litigated and won! In short, nursing home residents in Virginia are more protected because of Paul Samakow. Having now gotten to know him better I am moved by how caring and compassionate he is. An attorney that is brilliant and capable coupled with a loving passion for his clients is a dangerous combination. If you are considering hiring an attorney, Paul Samakow will not let you down.
Hemanta Shrestha
Hemanta Shrestha
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I was thankful for the experience with this firm, Filly came in and assisted me with my case and i appreciated it that he was always a phone call away . Thank you so much Paul and. Filly for your friendly, impressive and fastest service and co-operation. Definitely I Will recommend to friends
M DLC
M DLC
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Recomiendo a Melissa porque es una persona muy profesional dedicada inteligente amigable y muy responsable en lo que hace.Porque ganan todos los casos
Rosa Machado
Rosa Machado
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Tuve un accidente hace 5 meses atrás y fue un bendición que dios nos dio que encontré esta firma de abogados. Son muy profesionales y muy eficaces en el trabajo que hacen. Muy satisfechas y los recomiendo 100%. Muchas gracias a Melissa Rodríguez y a su firma de abogados paul samakow a quien nos ayudó en este caso.
Josephine Agyeman
Josephine Agyeman
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Gary Njr
Gary Njr
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Love!!! They help me so much and stress free!!!! Eve help answer all my questions without hesitation. Would recommend 100%
deniz Yilmaz
deniz Yilmaz
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Mr. Samaria helped me with my case. He is a people’s person and very attentive. His office staff was very helpful as well. Thank you Mr.Samakow
Candice Wright
Candice Wright
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Paul is excellent I trust him with my life. He took on my case not even being in his own state, he had to get a special license to practice in my state just for my case. He took very good care of me and I was a pain in the butt! He assured me that I've made the right choices. He educated me on a lot of things, step by step process. The thing that got me the most was he goes above and beyond professionalism. He keeps you well informed. He's an excellent lawyer ! I can say that he did my case Justice and you'd be a fool not to hire him . Paul will have your best interest first and foremost I can tell you that is fact!
Andreina Sorto
Andreina Sorto
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I had a great experience with this law firm. They helped me in so many ways and made sure everything was taken care of. Eve is the best paralegal i’ve had and she always ensured i knew what i was going on with my case. I highly recommend this firm to anyone who has gotten into an accident and needs guidance.
Noelia Ortiz
Noelia Ortiz
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Melissa is a great person she did a wonderful job. I will forever be grateful.
Joana Juarez
Joana Juarez
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I have always cane back to them if I need them for any accident. This office I highly recommend.
Christian Marable
Christian Marable
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Eve was very helpful throughout my case, I would definitely recommend having her help you!
Mauricio Valeriano
Mauricio Valeriano
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Excelente atención.
Genesis Cleaningco
Genesis Cleaningco
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My name is Lorenzo Ventura I am very happy with the services I received from the law firm I take my case to another law firm they say my case was to small then I call Mr Paul the answer was yes will take your case thanks for everything
Hatti Chase
Hatti Chase
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It was a very long process. Having patience for the due justice was the hardest part. All the staff was always very friendly, respectful, and informative of the process. I appreciated the short videos to explain the process and birthday well wishes. I have never been through anything like this. So this hopefully is my first and last. To only receive a mere small amount in the range of $2,600 the other $3,000+ came from my job. So that was hurtful, because someone there or at the insurance company spoke on my behalf saying they did not think my injury ..."a ripped ligament in my knee" was caused by the car crash, and it was degeneration. That was not true. Even the doctor told told me, showed me, and gave me a video of my knee along with documentation for the results of my knee injury. You have it as well. It can never be repaired properly, it is a permanent injury. It will get worse over time. That part was hurtful. Thank you ALL anyway for what you have achieved on my behalf. And may your company have much more success for others. Have a wonderful holiday. Sincerely Mrs. Chase❤🎀🎉🎊
Kate Morin
Kate Morin
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Paul Samakow is a wonderful attorney! I had a horrible slip and fall accident due to my ex-boyfriend's family's negligence with a patch of ice on their patio (which they knew about but gave me no warning, still inviting me onto the patio). My ex was high as a kite! I severely broke my elbow and it required surgery. Never got an apology from the family and they never took accountability. I had to drive myself home so my mom could take me to the hospital that night. I'm still in pain every day almost two years since the injury and over a year of PT. I permanently lost 10% grip strength in my dominant hand. Paul immediately felt empathy and compassion for my situation and the emotional and mental trauma the injury caused. He took my case and fully believed in it from the start. He took all necessary steps (and more), demanded a settlement from the homeowner's insurance company, yet my ex and his family lied about the details of the accident causing them to deny the first claim. Did Paul let these people get away with that? Heck no! He demanded a settlement again and negotiated beautifully. We recently settled after over a year of hard work on this case and I will be forever grateful. I got the closure I needed. I can finally work on overcoming the emotional and mental trauma and move on! Paul is also very responsive to texts and phone calls, even on weekends. A 24/7 lawyer! I had friends and family discouraging me from taking legal action, but I knew what I needed to do. Overall, a very supportive and wonderful experience with Paul Samakow. He went above and beyond. If you ever have an injury in which someone else is liable, Paul is your guy!
Rosa Diaz
Rosa Diaz
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I rally reccomend Paul And His team they really helped me
Donna Taylor
Donna Taylor
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I couldn't be any more pleased with the way Paul handled my case. He was communicative, patient, professional, and settled my case very quickly. I am so happy with the outcome. When he tells you what he thinks he can get, believe him. He was on point, and I can't thank him enough.
Karen Colato
Karen Colato
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Paul A. Samakow has been so wonderful to me. Truly a praiseworthy lawyer! My mother always wanted me to hire Paul A. Samakow as my attorney. It has been the best decision I could have ever made. I highly recommend The Law Offices of Paul A. Samakow, P.C. I am very pleased and satisfied to have found this law firm to represent me. I am thankful from the bottom of my heart. I am also absolutely grateful for the above and beyond priority my case was given since the beginning. Franklin Winters went above and beyond to help me get back on my feet. He has done an exceptional job. I remember when I first came into the Manassas office with my mother. We didn’t know what to expect or what the next step would be. We were so confused and had many questions. I was also in a lot of pain. Franklin Winters explained everything clearly and in detail. He had an answer to all our questions. He also set me up into receiving physical therapy to start recovering. I started my physical therapy the same day that I signed the contract. He helped me throughout the whole process. He was keeping me informed on everything being done on my behalf. Franklin Winters gave piece of mind to me and my family. I can’t say enough how please I am. Franklin is an outstanding Legal Assistant. Also the wonderful staff for the hard work they put into helping me with my case. I am also very pleased with the settlement and the progress which was very rapid. The speed with which you brought this case to a finish, was just great! Thanks again for all your hard work. I’m glad I chose you to represent me. I don’t see how anyone could have done a better job than The Law Offices of Paul A. Samakow, P.C. Thank you so much. God Bless.
Kelly Herbert
Kelly Herbert
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Juana Ferrufino
Juana Ferrufino
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Someone referred me to Pa Samakow. I heard he is well known with the Hispanic community. I’m satisfied with the amount of money I got. I would highly recommend Paul to anyone who needs legal representation.
Marlon Perez
Marlon Perez
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Hilton Soto
Hilton Soto
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I got what I feel like I deserved and I hope I can be an example to trust this place and to always never lose hope. Just trusting them with there staff and I am forever grateful!
Katherine Guerrero
Katherine Guerrero
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My experience with Mr. Samakow and his team was nothing but positive. Did a great Job with my Case . Very informative during the whole process.
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I had Mr.Samakow for my case and he did a fantastic job on following up and updating us and did his very best for my case. I highly recommend Mr. Samakow!
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Mike Jones
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