When a family member passes as the result of a wrongful death, the family will be emotionally devastated and financially burdened. The consequences of wrongful death can impact a family for years to come. Of course, emotional healing is a journey and we always recommend family members who have lost a loved one seek necessary professional help to guide them in the grieving process. We also recommend that families who have lost a loved one to a wrongful death seek professional help to understand what they may be able to recover on behalf of that family member’s Estate.
What is Wrongful Death?
A wrongful death case involves a death caused by the negligence, actions, or inactions of another party. This type of unexpected death can leave loved ones without that family member’s income as well as a significant amount of medical bills and funeral expenses.
The burden of losing a loved one is heavy enough, you shouldn’t also have to carry this financial burden. For this reason, The Richards Firm is passionate about representing those who have lost a loved one. Let us ease the burden of the legal system and ultimately help you recover the damages you are owed.
Economic Vs. Non-economic damages
In a wrongful death claim, family members can recover both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages compensate loved ones for expenses related to the descendant’s passing. This includes expenses that can be verified through medical bills, receipts, and more. Non-economic damages compensate loved ones for expenses that are not represented by a dollar sign. Those damages can include the loss of the deceased family member’s companionship, care, guidance, assistance, protection, attention, instruction, counsel, consortium, among other things.
With this in mind, below are some common damages you can recover in a wrongful death claim. These damages include:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Costs of medical care received before loved ones’ death
- Lost income and financial support
- Estimated value of the household and child care services the deceased would have contributed to the family
- The amount by which an inheritance was reduced because of the untimely death.
- Loss of the deceased family member’s companionship, care, guidance, assistance, protection, attention, instruction, counsel, consortium, among other things.
- The mental anguish caused by the death to the surviving family members.
Finding a Wrongful Death Attorney
Losing a loved one due to wrongful death is an unimaginable hardship, both emotionally and financially. While no amount of compensation can replace a lost family member, pursuing a wrongful death claim can help ease the financial burden left behind and provide a sense of justice. Families may be entitled to recover both economic damages, such as medical bills and lost income, and non-economic damages, including loss of companionship and emotional suffering.
If you’re in need of a wrongful death attorney in the Hamilton, Ohio area, we’re here for you.
At The Richards Firm, we are committed to helping grieving families navigate the legal process with compassion and dedication. You should not have to face this difficult time alone. Let us handle the legal complexities so you can focus on healing and honoring your loved one’s memory. Contact us today for a free consultation, and let us fight to ensure your family receives the justice and compensation you deserve.