Although it is not required to have an attorney to file a wrongful death claim, it is highly advisable to retain an attorney. This is because a wrongful death claim can be incredibly factually and legally complex, such as when a wrongful death arises from situations such as medical malpractice or defective products. An attorney can be especially useful in a wrongful death claim since there may be multiple parties who may be entitled to compensation, including the decedent’s estate and surviving family members of the decedent.