Anchorage Wrongful Death Attorney
Fighting for Those Who Have a Lost Loved One in Alaska
Few things can be as difficult and traumatic as the death of a loved one. When the loss is a result of the negligence or wrongdoing of another individual or entity, the matter can seem even worse. Phillip P. Weidner and his associate lawyers have handled many wrongful death cases in their 40 years of experience. The firm has attained numerous multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements on behalf of its clients.
We understand what a difficult situation it can be. We know all the ins and outs; like the procedures and tactics of the insurance companies. We are familiar with what needs to be done to win a case and have established a vast network of professionals and experts to cover all your bases and handle the different aspects of putting together a winning case. Through an intensive discovery process, we will examine all the facts and seek out any necessary experts, witnesses, etc., to prove your case.
Call Weidner Rosano today at (907) 312-2292 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our wrongful death lawyers in Anchorage.
Potential Compensation in Wrongful Death Cases
While each case is unique, some common damages that may be recovered include:
- Medical Expenses: Reimbursement for any medical bills incurred because of the incident leading to wrongful death.
- Funeral and Burial Costs: Coverage for the fees of laying a loved one to rest.
- Non-Economic Damages: Pain and Suffering: Compensation for the emotional distress and mental suffering that the surviving family members have experienced.
- Loss of Companionship: Recognizing the impact on the relationship between the deceased and their family members.
- Loss of Financial Support: Compensation for the financial contributions the deceased would have made to their family.
- Punitive Damages: In certain cases, the court may award punitive damages to punish the responsible party for gross negligence or intentional misconduct.
Who Is Eligible to File for a Wrongful Death Claim?
In Alaska, the following parties are typically eligible to file a wrongful death claim:
Immediate Family Members
- Spouse: A surviving spouse may file a wrongful death claim and may be entitled to a significant portion of the damages.
- Children: In cases where there is no surviving spouse, children of the deceased may be eligible to file.
Personal Representative
- Appointed Representative: If there are no surviving immediate family members, a personal representative of the deceased's estate may file a claim.
Other Dependents
- Financial Dependents: Individuals who were financially dependent on the deceased may also have the right to file a wrongful death claim.
Our Settlements & Verdicts
Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.
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SANDERS V. UNITED AIRLINES, ET AL.
A catastrophic personal injury case where Mr. Sanders was injured in a nighttime accident with an unlit United baggage cart on a public road at Anchorage International Airport, involving expert issues of accident reconstruction, lighting, speed and discretionary/sovereign immunity before the Alaska Superior Court and the Alaska Supreme Court. The case settled for over $5 million.
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ESTATE OF SCHMITT AND ESTATE OF MILLER, ET AL. V. ROCKY MOUNTAIN HELICOPTERS, ET AL.
Multi-million dollar settlement for two estates, and survivors of two loggers in helicopter crash litigation after three weeks of trial in Federal Court involving complex aerodynamic issues as to the cause of crash and complex workers compensation/workers compensation bar issue and bankruptcy litigation in Utah Federal Court
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Estate of McLaughlin et al. v. Teledyne Industries, Inc., D/B/A Teledyne Continental Motors and the Cessna Aircraft Company
A products liability case involving the crash of a Cessna 206 in Anchorage, while it was carrying a number of tourists on a flight seeing tour and experienced engine failure on take off, coupled with pilot error, causing the tragedy.
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KOENEN ET AL. V. FS AIR
A personal injury/aviation case which involved pilot error on landing. The case settled for over $1 million.
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"Philip and his team represented me through the arduous litigation process"Philip and his team represented me through the arduous litigation process, and fought for me, yielding outcomes that have benefited me decades into the future. His office continues to be supportive, caring, personal, and efficient; thank you for changing m- Former Client
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"This man got me through a most difficult time in life. I will always be in his debt."Phillip Weidner is the most principled attorney I have ever hired. I dare say most attorneys would have encouraged me to cut a deal but for Phillip it wasn’t about what was best for his firm, it was about what was the best deal he could negotiate for- Former Client
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"Plus Plus Plus lawyer with full knowledge of the law and will find the truth and master the facts"The end result was a confidential settlement and I cannot fully express my admiration and respect for them and my gratitude for what they did for me. Now, me and my girls, will live a very comfortable life thanks to them- Former Client
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"If you need a hard-working advocate, you would be well-served to consider this firm."I am incredibly pleased with the services provided by Weidner and Associates- Former Client
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"Monumental and Brilliant"Not only have they helped give me a new life and freedom, they have also given immense happiness to my extended family and friends. Their work will also give hope to others who can now refer to it in their efforts to obtain their own freedom.- Former Client
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"Determination, Dedication and Endurance"A very big reason I was able to endure such a nightmare, was knowing and watching Phil’s determination, dedication and endurance. He is truly a brilliant man. The last 30 years, not a day has passed I don’t thank God for putting him in my life.- Former Client
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"Incredible Fighters for People’s Rights"The end result was a confidential settlement and I cannot fully express my admiration and respect for them and my gratitude for what they did for me. Now, me and my girls, will live a very comfortable life thanks to them!- Former Client
Why Choose Weidner Rosano?
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Mr. Weidner Utilizes His Training as an Engineer at MIT to Help Make the Case for His Clients
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Access to Numerous Investigators & Experts to Help With Your Case
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Millions of Dollars in Successful Verdicts & Settlements for Injured Clients
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Over 40 Years of Experience Serving the Clients Throughout Alaska