At Roebuck Law Firm, we know that the loss of a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences anyone can face. When that loss is due to the negligence or wrongdoing of someone else, it can be even harder to process. As you work through your grief, you might also be considering legal action to seek justice. This is where wrongful death claims come in—but before you can pursue such a claim, it’s important to understand how it intersects with estate law.
In this post, we’ll explain how wrongful death cases and estate law are connected, and what steps are necessary to move forward with a claim. Our firm has successfully handled numerous cases like these, and we’re here to guide you through every step of the process.
Wrongful Death Claims: Seeking Justice for Your Loved One
A wrongful death claim is a type of personal injury lawsuit filed when someone dies due to another person’s negligent or wrongful actions. These cases can arise from:
• Car accidents
• Medical malpractice
• Unsafe workplaces
• Faulty products
The goal of a wrongful death claim is to seek compensation for the losses suffered by the family, which may include funeral costs, lost wages, and emotional distress. However, before any of this can happen, an estate must be set up for the deceased, as the estate is the legal entity that pursues the claim.
