Key Factors Of A Wrongful Death Case

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Key Factors Of A Wrongful Death Case
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• When you lose someone due to the negligent acts
  of another individual or entity, it can be
  devastating. If you are considering a wrongful
  death case, you want to be fully knowledgeable so
  that you may reach the best outcome. There are a
  few key factors you should be aware of for any
  wrongful death claim.

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Definition

• A wrongful death is a fatality due to the
  negligent, wrongful or unlawful act of another
  party. The deceased individuals family or estate
  may make the claim, and it may be a criminal or
  civil case.

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Claimants

• There are three classifications of claimants, or
  individuals who may receive compensation from a
  wrongful death claim. Pennsylvania Wrongful Death
  Act, Title 42, details these individuals fully.
  The three categories are

Spouses
Parents and other family
Children
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Damages

• In a wrongful death case, claimants may request
  different types of damages. Some of the most
  common choices include

Funeral and burial expenses
Pain and suffering
Loss of companionship
Medical expenses
Lost wages
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• These are the main factors that you should know
  about a wrongful death case, but depending on
  your specific circumstances, there are other
  things to understand. If someone you love has
  died due to the negligence of someone or some
  party, contact a wrongful death lawyer in
  Philadelphia at Dan Doyle Law Group.

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Contact - Dan Doyle Law Group

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