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A wrongful death lawsuit is filed when someone believes that another person’s actions caused the death of their loved one. The family or estate of the deceased seeks compensation for their loss, usually because the death was caused by negligence, intentional harm, or unsafe practices.
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What You Need To Know About Wrongful Death
Understanding the full extent of a family’s losses is a key factor in bringing a successful wrongful death claim after a fatal accident.
At the law offices of James F. Humphreys & Associates, L.C., we take the time and care to understand and prove to negligent parties the impact of the death on surviving family members.
Loss of the victim’s financial contributions to a family is an important aspect in determining the amount of financial compensation a family is due. However, the loss of intangible contributions — including love, companionship and guidance of children — can be even greater than the financial loss suffered and are also factored into the settlement we seek for our clients.
How We Can Help You
Unlike criminal charges, a wrongful death lawsuit is a civil claim brought by an individual rather than the state, and requires a lower standard of proof, known as a preponderance of evidence. A preponderance of evidence means more likely than not, unlike the standard in criminal cases which requires that the evidence prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt, a much higher burden.
We will fight for you and your family to receive the help you deserve after your loss. We take the time to understand and forcefully represent you and your case.
We understand our clients’ needs and that this process is difficult. We are here to assist you every step of the way until your claim has been heard and settled. Contact us today to review your case.
