You may have heard the term "survival action" or "survival
claim" in relation to wrongful death lawsuits. However, there is
a slight difference between these two types of lawsuits. While a wrongful
death claim pursues compensation on the behalf of the surviving family
members, a survival action seeks compensation on behalf of the deceased's
estate. Additionally, this type of claim may also pursue compensation
on behalf of any pain or suffering the deceased individual experienced
prior to their death.