Someone's unexpected passing results in many consequences for their loved ones. Those grieving a recent tragedy in Louisiana may sometimes decide to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit. They can ask the civil courts for justice for the loss they have experienced. In...
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2 common causes of wrongful deaths
Sadly, thousands of people lose their lives in the U.S. each year as a result of unintentional injuries. In many of these cases, negligence plays a role. When a person or entity’s negligence has resulted in the death of another person, this is referred to as a...
What do plaintiffs need to prove in a wrongful death lawsuit?
People die every day in Louisiana, and each of those losses is a tragedy for those who survive. However, some deaths may be more tragic than others. They occur not due to natural causes or advanced age but instead because of an incident caused by another party. Those...
The difference between wrongful death claims and survival actions
Someone's untimely death in Louisiana will affect many other people. Those close to someone who dies tragically often have a hard time accepting their loss. The grief people experience can change who they are as a person and shift their other relationships. They may...
Are punitive damages available in a wrongful death lawsuit?
Those who have recently lost a loved one to a car crash or similar incident often go to the Louisiana civil courts for justice. A wrongful death lawsuit is sometimes an option for people whose family members died due to misconduct or negligence. A successful wrongful...
The emotional aftermath of a sudden death
If you face the unexpected loss of a loved one, the emotional turmoil and shock can be overwhelming. As sudden death puts grief into motion without warning, there may be very little time to process your feelings before everything shifts. And, when someone's negligence...
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Louisiana?
The unexpected death of a loved one can lead to significant personal hardship for those who are left behind. Individuals may find themselves struggling with depression and other mental health challenges related to their grief. Their household may also experience...
What’s the statute of limitations on a wrongful death suit?
If your loved one died of a preventable accident in Louisiana, you'll have to file a wrongful death suit as soon as possible. Wrongful death suits have a statute of limitations--if you miss the date, you'll lose your chance to file even if the other party was at...
Pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit in Louisiana
Many people in Louisiana go through a significant period of grieving whenever they lose a loved one. However, the grieving can be much worse when the loved one died due to the negligent or reckless actions of another party. In such a situation, in addition to going...
Don’t wait too long to file that wrongful death claim
The loss of a loved one in a car crash in Houma is a devastating experience. Not only is there the emotional trauma of having to face a future without your loved one, but you could also be facing serious financial worries. There are funeral expenses to contend with,...