Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one is always a challenging life experience, but when the loss of life is at the hands of a negligent party, the grief can be even more profound. When the death of a loved one was caused by negligence, Louisiana wrongful death laws allow for families to have legal recourse through a wrongful death action.
Wrongful death claims are civil actions that are filed on behalf of a deceased individual by eligible individuals when the death was brought about due to negligence. Louisiana allows for the following parties to file a wrongful death claim:
Surviving spouse or children
Parents when no surviving spouse or children exist
Siblings when no surviving spouse or children or parents exist
Grandparents when no surviving spouse, children, parents, or siblings exist
Philip B. Adams is a Louisiana wrongful death attorney who can speak with you about your Louisiana wrongful death case and discuss your legal options for recovering compensation. When a loved one is lost, taking legal action for compensation can be complicated. It can also be intensely emotional. Figuring out how to resume a normal life and continue on without a family member takes time.
Attorney Adams can investigate wrongful death incidents and fight on behalf of victims to secure the total compensation they are entitled to from all liable parties.
Contact Attorney Adams for a complimentary initial meeting for your wrongful death case.
Recoverable Damages from Your Louisiana Wrongful Death Accident
Several options exist for families to hold liable parties accountable and to secure compensation after a wrongful death incident, including:
Wrongful Death Legal Action
Some of the most common damages that can be recovered in a wrongful death case include
The cost of medical treatment and care
Funeral costs and final expenses
Lost wages
Loss of consortium
Property damage repairs and replacements
Pain and suffering
Mental anguish
Miscellaneous intangible losses
Death Benefits from Workers’ Compensation
Job-related fatal accidents can allow a family to file for death benefits through their loved one’s employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. Compensation for funeral expenses and financial support may be obtained.
Survivor’s Claim
A family or the estate of the deceased may file a survivor’s claim to secure compensation for the pain and suffering the deceased suffered before they died, along with the financial losses that were sustained at that time.
Insurance Claims
A deceased individual may have had life insurance policies that a family can file a claim against after a death.
Estate Claim
When a third party causes a wrongful death, the deceased’s estate may have its executor file a claim.
Claims Against the Government
It could be possible to file a claim against the government when a government entity contributed to a wrongful death.
Attorney Adams is devoted to fighting for fair compensation for families who lost a loved one in a wrongful death incident.
Statute of Limitations for a Louisiana Wrongful Death Case
Louisiana’s statute of limitations for wrongful death claims is only one year. Failing to start the claims process early can lead to a forfeiture of rights to financial compensation. Due to the many steps involved in the claims process, victims should consider consulting with an attorney as soon as possible.
Our Louisiana wrongful death attorney at the Law Offices of Philip B. Adams offers complimentary initial consultations to assist you. After the signing of a contract, attorney Adams can begin gathering evidence to quickly build your case.
Speak to a Louisiana Wrongful Death Attorney Today
Attorney Adams is prepared and ready to assess your case and protect your rights to compensation. If you have questions about your legal options after a Louisiana wrongful death incident, contact the Law Offices of Philip B. Adams today for a free case evaluation.