Wrongful Death Lawyer
Serving West Virginia and Ohio, including Parkersburg, Charleston, Morgantown, Huntington, Wheeling, Belpre, and Athens
A fatality is classified as a wrongful death if it is caused by another's misconduct or negligence. Besides an individual, a company or any legal entity may be found liable for a wrongful death.
A wrongful death claim is filed on behalf of the deceased person's immediate family, most frequently the surviving spouses, the children, or the parents. The person who actually files the claim must be the personal representative of the deceased person's estate. That individual can also file a claim for the costs incurred before death. Any compensation awarded to the estate will go to individuals according to the deceased person's will.
Frequent Wrongful Death Situations
Common causes of wrongful death include:
- Medical malpractice
- Auto accidents
- Defective products
- Exposure at work to hazardous substances or conditions
- Construction site accidents
Elements of a Successful Wrongful Death Suit
In order to successfully prove wrongful death, the following elements must be present:
- Negligence by another person which directly resulted in the death of your loved one
- Surviving family members
- A personal representative for the deceased person's estate
Please see our Wrongful Death Questions page for more information.
If you have lost a loved one in an accident that resulted from the negligent actions of another, you would be well advised to consult with a wrongful death attorney as soon as possible. Delay could cause you to miss the time limit imposed for filing a claim.
Please contact our West Virginia and Ohio wrongful death lawyers today to schedule your free initial consultation. Jan Dils & Jim Leach, Attorneys at Law serve clients in Wheeling, Belpre, Parkersburg, Morgantown, Charleston, Huntington, and Wheeling, West Virginia and Athens, Ohio.
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Jan Dils and Jim Leach Attorneys At Law, PLLC
Parkersburg, WV 26101
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