What is a wrongful death lawsuit?

A wrongful death lawsuit is pursued by surviving immediate family members, such as a spouse, children or parents. A wrongful death claim is when a person died because of the negligent actions of another person or company. The surviving family members are entitled to monetary damages for the loss of future earnings by the deceased individual, pain and suffering damages associated with the loss of a loved one, as well as medical bills and burial expenses.

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