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A Wrongful
Death lawsuit is filed when it is believed that the person died as a result
of negligence. The surviving family members, or the decedent’s estate,
files a legal claim seeking monetary damages from the defendant.
Monetary damages
may include:
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Medical and funeral expenses associated with the death
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Loss
of the victim’s anticipated earnings in the future
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Loss
of inheritance cause by the untimely death
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Mental
anguish (pain and suffering) endured by the survivors
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Loss of care, protection and companionship to the survivors
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General and/or Punitive Damages |
Each
state’s laws differ, and of the above may not be allowed in some
states. Also, each state has a “statute of limitations” which
sets a time-frame during which a lawsuit may be filed. If you believe
you have a valid claim for wrongful death, please seek the advice of an
attorney at your earliest opportunity to preserve your rights. In addition
to protecting your claim, early action could help protect evidence, or
locate witnesses, important to your case.
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