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February
WRONGFUL DEATH
Do you know anyone who has been hit and killed by a reckless driver or a careless motorist, shot dead due to mistaken identity, killed due to medical malpractice, etc.? These are examples of wrongful death cases. Generally, these cases are caused by another person's negligence, carelessness, malpractice or inaction. Even though the death is unintentional, it is still the responsibility of the defendant to provide just compensation for the survivors or victims of wrongful death cases.
The compensation may cover medical and funeral costs, lost wages including future earnings, lost benefits, lost inheritance, pain and suffering, mental anguish, loss of support or companionship, general damages, and punitive damages.
Generally, family members such as the parents, spouses and children of the deceased can file the wrongful death lawsuits on their loved ones' behalf. Minors may need an adult guardian to take a wrongful death lawsuit to court. Moreover, other family members including the stepparents, grandparents and dependents may also be permitted to file suit in some states.
The law states that there is a certain amount of time for a person who has lost a loved one due to wrongful death to initiate a lawsuit. Family members are usually allowed between one and three years from the time of death to file a claim. If they fail to do so, their claims may be lost forever. Therefore, if you have lost a loved one because of wrongful death, speak to a personal injury attorney for details regarding your case now. After all, you and your loved ones deserve justice for their untimely death.
If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Jesse Harris, please contact Jesse Harris at (312) 782-4119 or 877-JVH-4LAW. Also, you can email Mr. Harris at harris@harrislawfirm.biz.
Do you know anyone who has been hit and killed by a reckless driver or a careless motorist, shot dead due to mistaken identity, killed due to medical malpractice, etc.? These are examples of wrongful death cases. Generally, these cases are caused by another person's negligence, carelessness, malpractice or inaction. Even though the death is unintentional, it is still the responsibility of the defendant to provide just compensation for the survivors or victims of wrongful death cases.
The compensation may cover medical and funeral costs, lost wages including future earnings, lost benefits, lost inheritance, pain and suffering, mental anguish, loss of support or companionship, general damages, and punitive damages.
Generally, family members such as the parents, spouses and children of the deceased can file the wrongful death lawsuits on their loved ones' behalf. Minors may need an adult guardian to take a wrongful death lawsuit to court. Moreover, other family members including the stepparents, grandparents and dependents may also be permitted to file suit in some states.
The law states that there is a certain amount of time for a person who has lost a loved one due to wrongful death to initiate a lawsuit. Family members are usually allowed between one and three years from the time of death to file a claim. If they fail to do so, their claims may be lost forever. Therefore, if you have lost a loved one because of wrongful death, speak to a personal injury attorney for details regarding your case now. After all, you and your loved ones deserve justice for their untimely death.
If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Jesse Harris, please contact Jesse Harris at (312) 782-4119 or 877-JVH-4LAW. Also, you can email Mr. Harris at harris@harrislawfirm.biz.
