A wrongful death is defined as a death resulting from a wrongful act of another person, including negligence, assault/battery, and vehicular manslaughter. A wrongful death is the basis of a lawsuit against the responsible party or parties.
The unexpected loss of a loved one can be life-altering; our Harrisburg attorneys know that nothing can truly compensate for the loss of a loved one.
In Pennsylvania, wrongful death claims are only allowed to be filed by the personal representative of the loved one’s estate. This can be the executor in the will or any other qualified person to administer the estate.
The statute of limitations in the state of Pennsylvania for filing a wrongful death claim is 2 years following the date of the deceased.
Along with the pain and suffering of losing a loved one comes the concern of medical bills, future lost income and funeral expenses. Suppose someone has died due to the negligence of another individual, hospital, or company’s negligence/actions. In that case, they can be held responsible for compensating damages the surviving family members could undergo due to the death of a loved one.
Wrongful death damages include:
- Funeral expenses
- Loss of wages
- Hospital & medical bills
- Pain & suffering
At Freeburn Law, we will answer any questions you have about filing for wrongful death damages and how to determine who is eligible to file a claim. Our experienced wrongful death attorneys will fight for your family and ensure the negligent party is held responsible.
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