If you lose a loved one due to the negligence of another person, you can file for compensation against the responsible party. Though money will not make up for the loss of your loved one, financial compensation can relieve the financial burdens you may be facing.
A Cade wrongful death lawyer from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers can help you by filing a lawsuit on your behalf, giving you time to grieve for your loss.
How Our Cade Wrongful Death Lawyer Can Help
You can file a civil lawsuit to receive financial compensation for a wrongful death case. Every state has unique laws and procedures governing civil cases in court. Our injury firm can evaluate your case with no upfront costs. Below are ways we can help you in getting justice.
Understanding the Process
If you have never dealt with a wrongful death situation, you might not be knowledgeable about the legal processes of the case. For example, you can lack information on the specific deadline for filing your case. Having one of our lawyers who has handled a case before can assist you in navigating these waters.
Knowing the Value of Your Case
Our Cade wrongful death lawyer knows how to value your case. Filing a wrongful death case or negotiating with the accused on your own can lead to undervaluing the compensation you deserve. We can evaluate the case and account for financial impact due to your loss, medical, and funeral expenses.
Providing Support
Wrongful death cases have a deadline for filing, and sadly it is within the grieving period. Your wrongful death lawyer will ensure the process moves forward as you mourn your loss.
Collecting and Preserving Evidence
Evidence proving negligence from the accused party is important for a wrongful death case. Your lawyer can use police and private investigators to collect and preserve evidence to prove the accused’s fault.
Going to Trial
If you cannot come to a settlement agreement with the accused, you might have to go to court. Your Cade wrongful death lawyer will argue your case in court by providing relevant evidence to support your claim and get you a fair settlement.
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Recoverable Damages in a St. Martin Parish Wrongful Death Case
You can recover various damages when filing for wrongful death compensation. Survivors can recover fair and just compensation for:
- Medical expenses accrued before the passing of your loved one
- Funeral expenses
- Lost income, which includes the financial contribution of the deceased
- The pain and suffering the surviving family members are experiencing
- Loss of companionship
The compensation for those damages may rely on several factors. They include:
- Age and health of the deceased
- If there are children who will suffer the loss of care and guidance
- Income earned by the deceased
- Medical and funeral expenses incurred by the surviving family
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Common Causes of Wrongful Death
There are various causes of wrongful death; what is common about them is that they result from intentional or unintentional actions of the accused that resulted in the death of someone. Some of these causes include:
Automobile Accidents
A lawsuit showing provable cause for the loss of your loved one in a car accident can be filed against several parties. You can file a lawsuit against a reckless motorist or institutions mandated to maintain a road that caused an accident. You can also file a lawsuit against car manufacturers for defective car parts.
Product Liability
You can file a product liability lawsuit to hold manufacturers and distributors of a product accountable for a defective product. When filing a case, your lawyer can prove that there is a breach of duty of care that resulted in your loved one’s death.
Workplace Accidents
An employer has a duty of care to their employees. Accidents such as burns, slips, and explosions can result in death. You can file for a wrongful death suit if your loved one lost their life due to unsafe working conditions.
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Liability in Wrongful Death Case
Responsibility for your loved one’s death can fall on various parties, and there are several reasons for wrongful death lawsuits. Some of the examples include the following.
Medical malpractice
- Surgical errors
- Childbirth errors affecting the infant or mother
- Misdiagnosis
- Emergency room errors
Vehicle Accidents
- Pedestrian fatality
- Drunk driving accidents
- Motorcycle fatality
- Distracted driving
- Bicycle fatality
Pharmaceutical and Nursing Home Errors
- Medical prescription errors
- Unintentional overdose
- Nursing home neglect
Your lawyer will hold all responsible parties accountable for their negligent actions. The lawyer can also file a lawsuit against institutions and corporations for failure to protect the deceased.
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Evidence Used in a Wrongful Death Claim
Relevant proof to a wrongful death case will generally depend on the deceased’s cause of death. Your lawyer can present various items as proof of the case. A common type of evidence used is a police report. It shows detailed insight into how the deceased suffered injuries and died. The information on a police report will include important information such as:
- Date and time of the incident
- Location of the incident
- Description of the event
- Injuries resulting from the incident
- Liable parties based on the investigation
Your lawyer can further do a private investigation to support your compensation claim. The lawyer can acquire medical reports to present as proof. The report may include details of injuries sustained from an accident or medical treatment and medication your loved one received before succumbing.
Your lawyer can also acquire video surveillance footage to submit as evidence. This can be a piece of crucial evidence to paint a clear picture of what transpired if injuries or death happened in view of cameras. Other evidence that your lawyer can use includes:
- Witness testimony
- Forensic reports
- Expert witnesses
- Images of injuries sustained
- Building and construction maintenance records
Wrongful Death Statute of Limitations in Louisiana
In every state, there are different statutes of limitations for filing cases. It is a deadline by which you can file a case. In Cade, Louisiana, you have only one year to file for a wrongful death case from the day you lost your loved one.
If the time expires before filing a lawsuit, the court can dismiss your case. Your lawyer can assist by filing the case on time to get your family the compensation they deserve.
Consult a Cade Lawyer From Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers
Your attorney can assist you in all legal work pertaining to your case. They will conduct investigations to support your case and file relevant paperwork.
Our lawyers offer legal assistance and explain every process’s importance. Take time to mourn the loss of your loved one and let us take care of your legal needs. Contact Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers for a free case assessment.
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