Wrongful Death
Wrongful deaths result from the negligence, inaction, recklessness, or malpractice of another person or entity. When an individual is killed due to the behavior of another, then dependents are eligible to file a wrongful death claim, and may be rewarded financial damages because of the defendant’s misconduct.
In the event of an accident resulting in wrongful death, surviving family members must be aware that time is of the essence in such situations. Although this scenario is an extremely painful one, it is crucial that a wrongful death attorney carefully and quickly collect statements and evidence before witnesses forget details and valuable proof disappears.
Wrongful Death Causes
Wrongful death can be caused by various personal injury accidents, such as an auto, motorcycle, truck or pedestrian accident, nursing home abuse, medical malpractice, or even a work-related injury.
Wrongful Death Damages
If wrongful death can be proven, surviving family members may be able to claim monetary damages for the following:
- Medical expenses
- Funeral expenses
- Lost wages, inclusive of future earnings
- Lost inheritance
- Lost benefits
- Mental anguish
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of support
- Punitive damages
Contact Us
If a family member suffered a wrongful death in a Scranton personal injury accident, we understand that your family may experience grave financial, emotional and psychological difficulties. A wrongful death attorney may be able to help you recover monetary damages to help ease your burden.
We know that this is a very trying time for you and your family. Whether you lost a parent, spouse or child due to a personal injury accident, our law firm is committed to helping you get through this difficult experience. Our compassionate wrongful death attorneys possess the skill and experience needed to effectively prove your case so as to help you move forward to a place of closure and acceptance.
Contact our law firm for more information, or to schedule an initial consultation at no charge.
