A wrongful death happens when someone passes away because of the reckless, intentional, or negligent action of another person or entity. If you can prove another party was responsible for your loved one’s death, you could receive compensation in a wrongful death lawsuit.
While losing someone you love in an accident cannot be undone, receiving fair compensation for the devastating loss could help you through a challenging time and plan for the future. Our wrongful death lawyers at Palmetto State Injury Attorneys have a strong record in wrongful death claims and can help you get the justice you deserve.
How Do You Know If You Have A Wrongful Death Case?
Before doing anything else, you need to understand if the sudden loss of your relative constitutes a wrongful death. The wrongful death attorneys at Palmetto State Injury Attorneys are experienced with these claims and can determine if you have a case. During our case evaluation, we will work with you to consider the following matters:
- Did your loved one die in a fatal accident such as a car, truck, or motorcycle accident? Were there other drivers involved?
- Did your relative die while in the care of a doctor? If so, certain factors could make it a possible medical malpractice claim, such as the doctor not treating your loved one with the standard of medical care that another doctor would.
- Do you think the accident was because of someone’s carelessness or recklessness?
- Did you suffer losses, such as burial and funeral costs, emotional suffering, loss of inheritance, and loss of future income?
If you suffered losses and the death was because of someone’s negligence that can be proven, our wrongful death lawyers will fight tirelessly on your behalf. We can try to negotiate a fair settlement with the liable insurance company or take the case to court in front of a jury if we cannot reach a settlement.
The insurance company may feel compelled to offer a fair settlement for your losses to avoid an expensive lawsuit once they know our firm is handling your case.
Who Can File A South Carolina Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
In South Carolina, a wrongful death lawsuit must be filed by the personal representative or executor of the deceased’s estate. Usually, the estate executor is identified in the estate plan or will. If not, the court may name one. The lawsuit is filed on behalf of the surviving family, which can include the spouse, children, parents, and siblings.
Speak To Our SC Wrongful Death Lawyers Today
If you recently lost a loved one in an accident, you are probably overwhelmed with grief and unsure what to do next. After dealing with your loved one’s affairs and the funeral and burial, you may want to have the case reviewed by a wrongful death attorney. If another party caused your loved one’s death, you are entitled under South Carolina law to demand damages for your losses.
You can find out if you have a wrongful death case by speaking to one of our attorneys at Palmetto State Injury Attorneys at (843) 823-6237. Our attorneys will review the circumstances of your loved one’s death and determine if you have a potential case.