What is Wrongful Death?

A claim made on behalf of the survivors or beneficiaries of a person who has died as a result of wrongful conduct—either negligent or intentional. Such claims are generally made by those financially dependent upon the deceased. Damages could include medical expenses before death, loss of earnings of the deceased during their expected natural life, and loss of consortium (deprivation of a marital/sexual partner or familial relationship).

When an individual dies because of the negligence or misconduct of another party, a wrongful death lawsuit seeks to compensate surviving family members for the losses they are suffering.

Certain aspects of a wrongful death lawsuit may differ, depending on which state’s law applies to the case. Understanding which state has jurisdiction can be difficult if the death happened outside your loved one’s home state or was caused by someone from another state.

Munley Law’s Pennsylvania wrongful death attorneys are knowledgeable in the wrongful death laws of multiple states. Call us today to discuss the specific laws that may apply to your case. We will give you the best legal guidance for moving forward.