Wrongful Death Accident

You need a powerful support of a well-trained Wrongful Death Attorney

Our Compassionate Personal Injury Attorney Blake Swan Can Help

Coping with the death of a loved one is a devastating process, and nothing can offset the pain of the loss. When a loved one has died because of someone else's wrongful actions, it may be appropriate for survivors to seek justice through a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death claim is a suit that arises when a person dies as a result of the negligence or reckless conduct of another.

A wrongful death claim allows the people surviving the victim to seek compensation for wages lost, benefits lost, funeral expenses, and pain and suffering. Wrongful death claims can be critical in helping survivors provide for their financial future.

A wrongful death suit is different from other types of personal injury claims because the actual victim (the decedent) is not bringing suit, rather it's the family members or the decedent's estate.

The damages recovered do not include damages that are personal to the decedent since the decedent is not allowed to recover for pain and suffering, mental distress, or any other form of compensatory damages unique to him or her. The purpose of a wrongful death action is the personal representative of the decedent.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?

Usually, the immediate family like spouses and children file for wrongful death, as they are most affected by the loss of a family member and the financial support he or she provided. Parents often make these claims as well. In some cases, people in the extended family may also make a claim if they were economically impacted by the death. Swan Law can help you determine who is entitled to file a claim for wrongful death.

The decedent's family can pursue compensation for some or all of the following:

• Loss of Emotional Support
  
• Loss of Wages
  
• Medical Bills
  
• Funeral Expenses
  
• Who Can Receive Compensation?
  

We can help families who have been affected by a loved one's death caused by various circumstances, including:

• Car accidents
  
• Motorcycle accident
  
• Truck accidents
  
• Pedestrian accidents
  
• Bicycle accidents
  
• Slip and Fall accidents
  

Wrongful Death Compensation

The person who receives wrongful death compensation varies from other types of personal injury cases in that the actual victim is not receiving the money. Instead, the family members or a representative of the decedent's estate usually file the wrongful death claim and receive any compensation that is awarded. Below, is some useful information about getting compensation in wrongful death cases from the experienced attorney at Blake Swan Law Firm.

Working with an Attorney

For most families, suffering from the death of a loved one can be an extremely difficult time. They need to grieve personally in order to begin to move on. This is difficult to do when they are focusing on recovering the damages from the injuries their family member sustained. With the help of a qualified attorney, the family can focus on their grief while the attorney fights for the wrongful death compensation they deserve and the justice they need.

Appropriate Compensation

Obviously, there is no amount of money that will replace the loss of a family member. However, wrongful death compensation can satisfy the demands of justice and help family members reach financial security. Compensation from wrongful death suits may be used to defray any of the following costs.

• Lost Income

• Medical Expenses
  

• Funeral Costs
  

• Ongoing Bills
  

• Variety of Wrongful Death Situations
  

Unfortunately, wrongful death can occur in a variety of personal injury accidents. It is common in car crashes, on-the-job injuries, medical malpractice, and many other situations. If your family member was killed by the wrongful actions of another person or business entity, make sure you contact us today, so you can get the wrongful death compensation you deserve.

How the Statute of Limitations Affects Your Wrongful Death Attorney's Case

Wrongful death lawsuits are designed to ensure that justice is served and that all responsible parties pay for what they've done. A wrongful death lawsuit is also designed to compensate surviving family members for the financial and emotional hardships that they have endured as a result of their loved one's death.

When it comes to wrongful death litigation, you want to make sure you talk to an experienced attorney and file a lawsuit as soon as possible despite the grief you are experiencing. The reason you want to act so quickly is because of the statute of limitations, which period of time that you have to file a suit.

There are special situations in which you may qualify for an exception to the statute of limitation. For example, if the actual cause of a person's death wasn't discovered until after the statute of limitations has passed, then a claim can still legally be filed, even though the limitations have expired.

Let Us Help You

If a loved one has died due to the negligence or recklessness of another, you may be entitled to compensation. You don't have to go through this alone!

THIS IS NOT SOMETHING YOU CAN DO ALONE.

Call Swan Law 1-912-200-7066 or fill out and submit the form below. We are ready and eager to help secure your future.