Wrongful Death: Who is Responsible?

Wrongful death is a heartbreaking event. There is never a chance to say goodbye. Wrongful death is caused by a defendant’s misconduct or negligence. For instance, if a man falls off a defective ladder, hits his head on the sidewalk and dies from a brain injury,  the ladder manufacturer could be at fault for a wrongful death lawsuit.

A wrongful death lawsuit could prove that the ladder manufacturer was negligent and thus liable for the victim’s death. Also the victim may have a spouse, children, and other dependents suffering from emotional stress from this event. These dependents may suffer monetary damages for the lost wages and support as a result of the victim’s death. These are all issues for a wrongful death lawsuit. Family members and beneficiaries of the victims estate often have standing to sue for the harm caused by a wrongful or accidental death.

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A wrongful death lawyer often files wrongful death lawsuits on behalf of surviving relatives who have died as the result of another’s reckless, negligent, or purposeful actions. Every state including Pennsylvania and New Jersey has different laws regarding who can sue for a wrongful death lawsuit and under what circumstances.

Of course, wrongful death monetary gain can never replace the loss of a parent or child or sibling or other family member. However it can support loss of income earned and pay for medical bills, if there were any, and funeral costs, and perhaps mental anguish.

We know it’s hard to come to grips and file a wrongful death lawsuit. Statutes of limitations apply and you don’t want to lose whatever rights you have in filing a wrongful death lawsuit. You have two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Don’t wait until the last minute.

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Contact the Philadelphia Lawyers at Anapol Schwartz who will ask a few questions to determine what your legal options are. Rest assured that your information is confidential and there’s no commitment to continue. Let us help.