Wrongful death claims are an emotional and challenging topic to talk about, but they happen more often than you think. Many people don’t know what wrongful death is; it’s when someone’s negligent actions or inaction results in the death of another person. Many steps need to be taken before filing suit against those responsible; we’ll discuss those here today! If you’ve lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligence, it may be time to speak with an experienced lawyer about your options for seeking compensation. Information can be found here.
In the United States, civil cases are tried in a court of law. This process begins with an individual filing what’s known as a “complaint” against another person, company, or government entity. They must prove that the defendant was negligent and caused their damages (in this case, wrongful death). The complaint is then served to the defendant, who will review it and respond. The ultimate objective is for one party to prove their case by providing sufficient evidence so that a judge or jury can decide who has won and why. This process takes time—potentially several years before a case goes to trial or until both parties agree. The only way for this timeline to be shortened is if both sides reach what’s known as a “settlement outside of court,” which typically involves some sort of compensation being offered by one party in exchange for dropping the charges against them. See here for information about Essential Tips for Dealing with a Wrongful Death Lawyer.
