Charlotte Wrongful Death Lawyer
Coping with the loss of a loved one is a very difficult experience on many levels. The emotional burden of grief is challenging enough, but there are also many complications created by the sudden loss of support, income, and companionship. When a person’s death was caused by another party’s thoughtless behavior, surviving family members often choose to pursue compensation in court.
At the Law Offices of William K. Goldfarb, we handle wrongful death claims with compassion, efficiency, and respect. Our knowledgeable Charlotte wrongful death lawyer will work hard for your family during this trying time. Call our offices at 866-298-0768 to learn more.
Wrongful Death Compensation
Wrongful death cases are treated as personal injury claims filed on behalf of the victim by surviving loved ones. They are usually handled by a representative of the victim’s estate selected by the family.
The beneficiaries of a wrongful death claim are the people who are legally eligible to be heirs of the deceased person. Because wrongful death damages are not part of the deceased person’s estate, they are divided based on inheritance laws regardless of what his or her will may say. Beneficiaries are usually the deceased person’s children, spouse, and/or parents.
Beneficiaries of wrongful death claims may be able to receive compensation for:
- Medical expenses related to the victim’s injuries
- The victim’s pain and suffering in between sustaining the injuries and death
- Loss of the deceased person’s income and benefits (insurance, pension, etc)
- The beneficiaries’ pain and suffering
- Punitive damages (meant to punish malice or egregious negligence)
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of the victim’s guidance, support, and companionship
If you believe you have grounds for a claim, our Charlotte wrongful death lawyers can inform you about your legal options.
Contact Us
Wrongful death claims have a two year statute of limitations, beginning on the date of death. If you are interested in filing such a claim, you need to act quickly. Contact a Charlotte wrongful death attorney from the Law Offices of William K. Goldfarb at 866-298-0768 today.