Begin by recognizing that this thought process creates feelings of helplessness and is disempowering. If you are reading this, then you are likely seeking to understand your predicament and trying to gain some measure of control over situation. This is a major step in right direction.

Gaining control over your emotions and thought process is essential. It is first step in journey ahead. Doing this will allow you to think clearly and make effective decisions. Whatever has happened to bring you to this point has already transpired. There is no benefit to re-living it and judging yourself. Accept that it has happened. You now face a challenge that you must confront.

Take a piece of paper and write "To my lawyer" at top of page. This will preserve privileged nature of document. Write down in as much detail as possible (do not worry about including irrelevant facts) everything that happened during incident that lead to charge. If you feel there is relevant background information then include it. Also, make notes of any questions and concerns that come to mind. This exercise serves several purposes. It preserves your memory of events that you may be required to testify to many months down road. It gives your lawyer a complete and accurate understanding of situation. It helps you clarify and articulate your thoughts.

The loss of a family member causes great pain, turmoil, as well as inconceivable loss of family. In stage of grieving, it is hard or impossible to function in everyday life and carry on, let alone think about making a wrongful death claim. This stage leaves decedent’s family feeling powerless with so many questions unanswered. When you are ready to receive settlement or filing a wrongful death suit, an experienced wrongful death lawyer can be of great help. Though a wrongful death claim cannot replace your loss but it is as close to justice.