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What Is the Average Wrongful Death Settlement? Factors That Impact Compensation

December 22, 2024
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If you've lost a loved one to someone else's negligent or intentional actions, you may have the right to file a wrongful death claim. While no amount of money can...
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Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death in Louisiana and Texas

December 12, 2024
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When you're struggling with the loss of a loved one, filing a lawsuit may not be high on your priority list. Unfortunately, if the wrongful death statute of limitations passes,...
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How Is Wrongful Death Legally Defined?

October 25, 2024
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Losing a loved one can be incredibly difficult, especially when a negligent third party is involved. The first step toward obtaining justice is understanding the legal definition of wrongful death to see...
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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

October 24, 2024
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When someone loses a loved one due to another’s negligence, they may seek justice and compensation through a wrongful death claim or survival action. Such claims allow certain relatives, loved...
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Is Wrongful Death Classified as a Felony?

October 23, 2024
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Dealing with the untimely death of a loved one can be incredibly difficult, especially when it was caused by someone else’s negligence. Many people in this situation might wonder if...
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Can You File a Wrongful Death Claim for a Suicide?

October 22, 2024
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Typically, suicide is not considered a wrongful death. Each state has different laws outlining the circumstances under which a deceased person’s death may be considered wrongful. Most states do not...
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Will Insurance Cover Wrongful Death Losses?

October 21, 2024
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Depending on the circumstances surrounding someone's death, insurance may cover some wrongful death losses. The decedent’s personal representative may still need to file a wrongful death lawsuit to secure full...
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Can You Sue on Behalf of an Unborn Person?

October 20, 2024
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Following the injury or loss of a child in utero, parents may wonder if they have grounds to recover compensation on behalf of their unborn child. In Texas and Louisiana,...

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