Losing a loved one due to another party’s negligence or wrongdoing is devastating. Although nothing can bring back your loved one or make up for your loss, recovering financial compensation may help ease some of the burdens caused by their death.
At Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys, our Inniswold wrongful death lawyers have helped recover over $10 billion in client compensation and we want to help you collect the full compensation you are entitled to.
Call (225) 999-1111 or visit our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your wrongful death claim.
Why Choose an Inniswold Wrongful Death Lawyer From Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys?
- We understand that no amount of money can compensate for your loss. We want to help you get the financial recovery you need to ease some of the burdens caused by the death of your loved one.
- Our firm is based on Christian values that are evident in the compassion we show and the guidance we provide to our wrongful death clients.
- Our Inniswold personal injury attorneys have a proven record of recovering maximum client compensation and are committed to helping you recover the full compensation you deserve.
- We pay all expenses of pursuing your wrongful death claim and you pay nothing until we recover for you.
What Is Wrongful Death?
Wrongful death occurs when a person dies due to the fault of another party. The death may be caused by negligent, intentional, or reckless action or inaction.
Louisiana law provides a right of action for certain survivors to recover damages caused by a wrongful death.
Common Causes of Wrongful Death
There are many causes for wrongful death. Some of the most common include:
- Bicycle accidents.
- Car accidents.
- Motorcycle accidents.
- Truck accidents.
- Workplace accidents.
- Violent acts, including domestic abuse.
- Slip and fall accidents, drownings, and other premises liability injuries.
- Product liability injuries.
- Pedestrian accidents.
- Medical malpractice.
Our attorneys carefully examine the facts of every accident or incident to determine its causes and liable parties.
Potential Recoverable Damages in a Wrongful Death Claim in Inniswold
The type and amount of recoverable damages in a wrongful death claim varies and depends on several factors. In a successful wrongful death claim, you may be able to recover economic and non-economic damages including:
- Funeral and burial expenses.
- Loss of companionship, love, and support.
- Loss of household services.
- Mental and emotional suffering.
- Loss of parental guidance and care.
If your loved one lived for a period after the accident or incident that caused their death, you may also have the right to file a survival action. Louisiana Civil Code Article 2315.1(A) and (B) provides:
A. If a person who has been injured by an offense or quasi offense dies, the right to recover all damages for injury to that person, his property or otherwise, caused by the offense or quasi offense, shall survive for a period of one year from the death of the deceased in favor of:
(1) The surviving spouse and child or children of the deceased, or either the spouse or the child or children.
(2) The surviving father and mother of the deceased, or either of them if he left no spouse or child surviving.
(3) The surviving brothers and sisters of the deceased, or any of them, if he left no spouse, child, or parent surviving.
(4) The surviving grandfathers and grandmothers of the deceased, or any of them, if he left no spouse, child, parent, or sibling surviving.
B. In addition, the right to recover all damages for injury to the deceased, his property or otherwise, caused by the offense or quasi offense, may be urged by the deceased’s succession representative in the absence of any class of beneficiary set out in Paragraph A.
A Louisiana survival action seeks compensation for the damages suffered by the decedent after the accident and before their death. Survival action compensation may include the decedents’ pain and suffering, lost wages, property damages, and medical expenses incurred prior to their death.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?
Who can file a wrongful death action in Louisiana depends on who survives the decedent. In general, the surviving spouse, children, parents, siblings, and grandparents could potentially have a right.
However, if the decedent left a surviving spouse or child, they have the first right to file a claim.
Louisiana Civil Code Article 2315.2(A) outlines the parties who may bring suit to recover damages in a wrongful death action, stating:
“A. If a person dies due to the fault of another, suit may be brought by the following persons to recover damages which they sustained as a result of the death:
(1) The surviving spouse and child or children of the deceased, or either the spouse or the child or children.
(2) The surviving father and mother of the deceased, or either of them if he left no spouse or child surviving.
(3) The surviving brothers and sisters of the deceased, or any of them, if he left no spouse, child, or parent surviving.
(4) The surviving grandfathers and grandmothers of the deceased, or any of them, if he left no spouse, child, parent, or sibling surviving.”
If you believe you may have the right to file a wrongful death claim, you should immediately consult an experienced Inniswold wrongful death attorney to understand and protect your rights.
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How Long Do I Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Inniswold?
As provided by Louisiana Civil Code Article 2315.2(B), wrongful death claims in Louisiana have a statute of limitations of one year. You must file a wrongful death claim within one year of your loved one’s death.
There are rare exceptions to the one-year statute of limitations. You should promptly consult an experienced Inniswold wrongful death attorney to know your filing deadline.
Why Do I Need an Inniswold Wrongful Death Lawyer?
You deserve to be able to grieve your loss and have an Inniswold wrongful death attorney handle all aspects of your wrongful death claim.
Your attorney can investigate the accident or incident that caused your loved one’s death to determine all possible causes and all potentially liable parties to maximize available recovery and hold the responsible parties accountable.
An experienced Inniswold wrongful death lawyer can conduct discovery to uncover essential evidence to prove your claim. They can help ensure all your damages are included and accurately valued so you know what a fair settlement of your claim would be.
They will work to reach a fair settlement as quickly as possible. If a fair settlement is not reached, your attorney can take your case to trial to recover your compensation.
Contact Our Inniswold Wrongful Death Attorney Today
If you have lost a loved one due to another party’s negligence or wrongdoing, you may have the right to file a wrongful death action to recover damages.
At Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys, we understand that financial compensation can never make up for your loss. But we know that the death of a loved one often brings financial burdens that may be eased by recovering the compensation you are entitled to.
Our attorneys can help you recover the full compensation you are owed. Let us help you. Call (225) 999-1111 or complete the short form on our contact page to schedule a free consultation. We will listen to you, answer your questions and explain your rights. If we represent you, we will work tirelessly to recover every dollar you deserve.