How are damages awarded?
Any damages awarded belong to the estate and pass as directed by the decedent's will or by state law if such things are not specified in the will
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What Is A Wrongful Death Claim?
Wrongful death is defined as the taking of the life of an individual resulting from the willful or negligent act of another person or persons.
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Can I get Punitive Damages in a Wrongful Death Claim?
Yes, in most states punitive damages may be awarded in a wrongful death case if the defendant's actions were particularly reckless or heinous. Punitive damages can be awarded by a jury or …
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Hiring the Right Personal Injury Attorney
Hiring the right personal injury attorney to represent you is critical and can literally make or break your case. When meeting with an attorney for the first time, there are a lot of questions that need to be asked to decipher if an attorney is a viable fit for your case, and for you personally. The following are the top ten questions that should be discussed in your first meeting with …
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Legal Negligence
Negligence is a term that is commonly used to mean that someone did not act with the appropriate level of care. However, when negligence is used as a legal term it has a very specific definition and in order for a person who sustained injuries in an accident to recover damages, each element of the legal definition of negligence must be satisfied. Generally, there are four elements that a …
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