An overview of accountability and defined family losses after a preventable death.
A legal claim cannot replace a person
Wrongful-death law provides a civil process for certain eligible survivors after a death caused by legally actionable conduct. It is a form of accountability, not a substitute for the person lost.
Eligibility and loss
Who may bring a claim and which losses may be considered are legal questions that depend on relationships and circumstances. Avoid assuming that every family member has the same rights.
Investigation with restraint
Evidence and deadlines still matter while a family is grieving. Counsel can take on preservation and insurer communications with respect for privacy and pace.
A careful next step
General information can help you ask better questions, but it cannot account for every fact, insurance policy or legal deadline. If you need advice, speak with qualified counsel about your circumstances.