Nashville Wrongful Death Lawyers

When someone you love dies because of another person’s negligence or wrongful conduct, your family deserves clear answers about what happened and what legal options may be available. Bill Easterly & Associates helps families in Nashville and across Middle Tennessee investigate fatal incidents, identify potentially responsible parties, and pursue wrongful death claims under Tennessee law.

Our Nashville wrongful death attorneys can handle the legal work while you focus on your family. We offer a free initial case evaluation and explain the potential next steps before you decide how to proceed.

Speak with our team: Call 1-888-272-4414 or request a free consultation. Our Nashville office is located at 3017 Poston Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203.

Why Choose Bill Easterly & Associates for a Wrongful Death Case?

Wrongful death cases require a thorough investigation, careful documentation of a family’s losses, and an understanding of how to establish liability when the deceased cannot provide testimony. At Bill Easterly & Associates, our Nashville legal team brings more than 25 years of collective personal injury litigation experience to these challenges:

• Bill Easterly founded the firm in Nashville and has represented individuals and families affected by serious injuries and wrongful death. His work pursuing compensation for clients is reflected in the firm’s published case results.
• William Lipsey previously worked in insurance defense litigation, giving him insight into how insurers investigate liability, assess damages, and approach settlement negotiations. His background provides a valuable perspective when advocating for families pursuing wrongful death claims.

Together, our attorneys work to identify responsible parties, evaluate the full extent of legally recoverable damages, and pursue accountability through negotiation or litigation when appropriate. 

How Our Nashville Wrongful Death Attorneys Can Help

We begin by listening to your concerns and evaluating whether the circumstances may support a claim. Depending on the case, our work can include:

• Reviewing the incident, the relevant timeline, and who may have the legal right to bring the claim.
• Preserving and obtaining available evidence, such as crash reports, photographs, medical records, witness statements, and other records.
• Identifying potentially responsible individuals, businesses, or other parties and evaluating disputed fault.
• Documenting legally recoverable losses and reviewing applicable insurance coverage.
• Communicating with insurers and opposing counsel, negotiating when appropriate, and preparing for litigation if a reasonable resolution cannot be reached.

Some cases can be resolved through negotiations; others require a lawsuit or additional investigation. We assess the available facts and discuss the options rather than promising a particular settlement.

Local Wrongful Death Representation in Nashville and Middle Tennessee

Our office is at 3017 Poston Avenue in Nashville, in Davidson County. We serve families throughout Nashville and nearby communities, including Brentwood, Franklin, Hendersonville, Mount Juliet, Murfreesboro, and other parts of Middle Tennessee.

Whether a fatal collision occurred on I-40, I-24, I-65, or a neighborhood street, or an incident occurred at a local workplace or property, the legal questions depend on the evidence—not simply where the incident happened. Contact our Nashville office to discuss the circumstances and whether we can assist.

What Happens When You Contact Our Firm?

First, we discuss the basic circumstances of the death, where the incident occurred, and any deadlines or immediate evidence concerns. You do not need to know which legal claim applies before asking for a case evaluation.

If we determine that we may be able to represent your family, we explain the proposed approach, the attorney-client agreement, and how case costs and fees would be handled. A free consultation does not establish representation or guarantee that a claim will be accepted.

Tennessee Wrongful Death Rights, Deadlines, and Compensation

Tennessee law establishes an order of priority for who may bring a wrongful death claim. The surviving spouse generally has the primary right, followed by other qualifying family members or a personal representative depending on the circumstances. Questions about family relationships or estate administration may require individual legal review. 

Most Tennessee wrongful death claims are subject to a one-year limitations period tied to when the underlying cause of action accrued; that is not necessarily the date of death. Certain claims have additional rules or possible exceptions.

For the complete explanation, see our Tennessee wrongful death law guide.

Potential compensation may include appropriate medical and funeral expenses, lost earnings or earning capacity, and other damages recognized by Tennessee law. The amount depends on the evidence, legal limitations, and available sources of recovery. Our Tennessee wrongful death settlement amounts guide explains those factors in depth.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a Nashville Wrongful Death Lawyer

Speak With a Nashville Wrongful Death Lawyer

You should not have to figure out the legal process by yourself after losing someone close to you. Bill Easterly & Associates can review your concerns, explain possible next steps, and help you understand whether a Tennessee wrongful death claim may be available.

Call 1-888-272-4414 or contact our office for a free case evaluation. Bill Easterly & Associates is located at 3017 Poston Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203. Our team accepts calls 24/7.