The primary aim of a wrongful death lawsuit is to seek justice for the deceased and provide financial support for the survivors who financially depended on the deceased. These legal proceedings allow the family members to recover damages and compensation for the losses they have suffered due to the death of their loved one.
The type and amount of potential recovery depend on the age of the deceased, their earning capacity, and the extent of the survivors’ financial reliance on the deceased.
Generally, the compensation may cover:
Medical and funeral expenses: These are often the immediate and substantial costs that the family incurs following the death of their loved one. You can recover these costs if they resulted from the defendant's negligent or intentional conduct.
Loss of income and benefits: If the deceased was a significant or the sole breadwinner for the family, the survivors could seek compensation for the loss of income the deceased would have earned had they lived.
Pain and suffering: The survivors may also pursue compensation for their emotional distress and the pain and suffering the deceased endured before their death.
Loss of companionship: Survivors may also receive compensation for the loss of love, companionship, and moral support the deceased provided.
In wrongful death lawsuits, receiving fair compensation can be instrumental in helping a grieving family move forward. Hiring a competent wrongful death attorney can help ensure that you receive the maximum compensation you deserve