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That’s Just Wrong: Wrongful Death Actions

3/14/2023

 
Death is a part of life, but it is never an easy thing to deal with. An unexpected death caused by the actions of another, though, just feels wrong. It can leave you feeling lost and without recourse. However, there is something you can do about it. File a lawsuit! 

No, it won’t heal the pain brought on by the tragedy. No, it won’t bring your loved one back. However, it can make the liable party pay for the injuries caused to your deceased loved one - the funeral costs, burial expenses, loss of income, and other financial damages that your loved one sustained as a result of death. Though money will not ease the emotional pain you feel, it can help with the financial loss that you experience due to the death of your loved one.

What is a Wrongful Death Claim?


A wrongful death is when a person dies due to the fault of another, and a wrongful death case can be filed and/or pursued by a surviving relative as determined pursuant to Louisiana statute.  Often, the surviving relative will be a spouse or child, but the surviving relative may be a parent, sibling, or grandparent, depending on the circumstances. 

Wrongful death can be due to a motor vehicle accident, medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, premises liability, or many other instances in which the injuries causing death are due to the negligence of another. Additionally, a wrongful death can be caused by the intentional acts of another. Like other personal injury cases in Louisiana, a wrongful death case must be filed within the statute of limitations. Wrongful death claims in Louisiana allow for one year from the death of your loved one within which to file a claim. 

Given that a wrongful death claim may arise due to a variety of circumstances, and the relatively short time frame to pursue the claim, if you think that your deceased loved one’s death may give rise to a wrongful death claim, you should contact a Louisiana wrongful death attorney as soon as possible. Don’t wait, and do not hesitate to reach out with any questions that you may have regarding the matter.

Call Law Offices of Philip B. Adams

If your loved one was killed and you believe that he or she is the victim of wrongful death, we are here and prepared to assist you throughout the claim process. The lawyer at the Law Offices of Philip B. Adams is an experienced personal injury attorney in Louisiana dedicated to helping families in need.

Dealing with death is hard, but interacting with your lawyer does not have to be. Please consider contacting the Law Offices of Philip B. Adams today to speak with a Louisiana personal injury lawyer who can help you work through this challenging time. Our firm can be reached by calling 318-230-7199 to set up a consultation. In your time of need, you should not have to figure out what’s next on your own. 

We are located in Shreveport, Louisiana, and we represent clients throughout the state of Louisiana.

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