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What Types of Damages Are Awarded in Wrongful Death Cases?

Losing a loved one can take an emotional—and financial—toll on your family. No amount of money can bring your loved one back, but winning compensation in a wrongful death case can help you make ends meet now that your loved one is gone. Here’s an overview of the types of damages that are awarded in wrongful death cases:

Medical and Funeral Expenses

Family members are entitled to compensation to cover certain expenses related to their loved one’s death, including funeral and medical expenses. This compensation should cover all expenses related to the burial of your loved one and the funeral honoring their memory.

If your loved one incurred medical expenses prior to their death, this compensation should cover these bills as well. For example, let’s say your loved one was seriously injured in a car accident and was in the hospital for several days prior to passing away. In this example, the hospital bills are related to the victim’s death, so you receive compensation to pay them.

Loss of Income and Benefits

It can be hard to pay monthly expenses if you lose a loved one who was the primary or sole wage earner in your household. If you’re in this situation, you are entitled to compensation for your loss of income. This compensation is awarded to replace the income you have lost as a result of your loved one’s death. It is also designed to compensate you for the income you will lose in the future now that your loved one is gone. To calculate this compensation, the court will need to consider the deceased’s earning potential, life expectancy, and line of work. Using these factors, the court can determine the total amount of income you will lose due to your loved one’s untimely death.

Family members can also receive compensation for the loss of other benefits that were provided by the deceased, such as health insurance, Social Security benefits, and pension plans.

Non-Economic Damages

Finally, family members are entitled to “non-economic damages” in a wrongful death case. This category of damages covers the family’s emotional pain and suffering. This can include compensation for the loss of companionship, consortium, guidance, care, protection, and more. There is no standard guideline or formula that is used to calculate the value of these damages in wrongful death cases, so the amount awarded in each case can vary.

Did your loved one suffer a wrongful death? If so, seek legal representation from compassionate attorney Martin Gasparian as soon as possible. Mr. Gasparian will use his extensive legal experience and resources to ensure you are fully compensated for the tragic loss of your loved one. Schedule a free consultation regarding your case by calling 559-203-3333 or submitting your information at MaisonLaw.com.

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