Wrongful Death Claims
Representation for families who lost a loved one due to negligence, including claims for funeral expenses, lost financial support, loss of companionship, and other damages available under Illinois law.
Losing a loved one because of negligence leaves families facing grief, unanswered questions, and sudden financial pressure. Marker Law helps surviving family members pursue wrongful death claims with compassion, direct attorney attention, and determined advocacy against insurers and responsible parties. From investigation to settlement negotiations or trial, we work to protect your family’s rights and future.
Focused wrongful death support for families seeking accountability, compensation, and clear guidance after a preventable loss.
Representation for families who lost a loved one due to negligence, including claims for funeral expenses, lost financial support, loss of companionship, and other damages available under Illinois law.
Careful investigation into the circumstances of the death, identifying responsible parties, preserving evidence, reviewing records, and building a clear case for accountability against insurers and negligent defendants.
Guidance for surviving family members seeking fair recovery for economic and personal losses, with contingency-fee representation, no upfront costs, and direct attorney attention throughout the process.
We begin with a free, confidential consultation to understand what happened, answer immediate questions, and explain whether a wrongful death claim may be available under Illinois law.
Families trust Marker Law for compassionate guidance and determined advocacy after life-changing losses.
Marker Law combines compassion, litigation experience, and direct attorney access when families need support most.
Decades of injury litigation experience serving families throughout the Chicagoland area.
Clients receive personal attention from attorney Jason Marker throughout the case.
Former defense-side experience helps anticipate insurer tactics and strengthen claims.
Wrongful death cases are handled on contingency: no recovery, no fee.
Experienced advocates guiding families through serious injury litigation.
Attorney / Owner
Jason Marker is a personal injury and workers' compensation attorney with over 25 years of litigation experience serving the Chicagoland area. As the founder and owner of Marker Law, LLC, Jason built his practice on the conviction that hardworking people deserve an advocate who understands both sides of injury litigation. He began his career clerking in the City of Chicago's Torts Division and spent three years on the defense side representing employers and insurance carriers before transitioning exclusively to plaintiff advocacy. A lifelong Naperville resident, Jason earned his J.D. from The John Marshall Law School in 2000. He holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, has been recognized by Super Lawyers, and ensures every client receives direct, personal attorney attention throughout their case.
Senior Paralegal
Marisol Castillo is the Senior Paralegal at Marker Law, LLC, bringing over 18 years of dedicated experience in workers' compensation law. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Marisol is deeply committed to serving immigrant families and underserved communities, a passion inspired by witnessing the language barriers her own mother faced. She approaches every client interaction with efficiency, compassion, and a strong work ethic, ensuring that each individual receives attentive and informed support throughout the legal process. Marisol's advocacy extends beyond the office, rooted in a personal mission to build awareness and access for those who need it most. Her nurturing dedication is further shaped by her role as a devoted mother to her two daughters.
Paralegal
Liz Ruiz is a paralegal at Marker Law, LLC, with nearly two decades of experience in the injury law field dating back to 2006. She has developed extensive expertise handling a wide range of cases, including personal injury, medical malpractice, and workers' compensation matters. Liz's broad background across multiple practice areas equips her to provide thorough and knowledgeable support to clients navigating complex legal processes. Her long-standing commitment to the field reflects a genuine dedication to helping injured individuals pursue the justice and compensation they deserve. As part of the Marker Law team, Liz plays an integral role in ensuring every case is managed with precision, care, and professionalism from start to finish.
A wrongful death attorney helps surviving family members investigate the death, identify legally responsible parties, document damages, communicate with insurers, and pursue compensation through settlement or litigation. Marker Law also explains each step in plain language, protects the family from low settlement pressure, and works to recover damages available under Illinois wrongful death law.
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Selected by peers in the Chicagoland area.
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Share what happened in a free, confidential consultation. Marker Law will review your situation, explain possible next steps, and help your family understand its rights.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 331-INJURED. You can also send us a quick email at jmarker@marker-law.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 331-INJURED. You can also send us a quick email at jmarker@marker-law.com.