Wrongful Death
Frequently
Asked Questions

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Q: What if a death occurs before bringing a personal injury lawsuit?

Q: Are the parents of unborn children able to file suit in a wrongful
    death?

Q: How do they determine if the death may be punishable by criminal
    action? What is the difference between the civil and criminal
    cases that can be filed?

Q: May punitive damages be requested in wrongful death cases?

Q: Do all states have the same laws for wrongful death suits?

Q: What if the person never held a job?

Q: May pain and suffering of a deceased be sued for?

Q: May wrongful death actions be filed in cases of children or the
    elderly?

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Q:
What if the person never held a job?


 
A: Yes, there are other ways the person may have contributed to the family. Housewives are good examples of these. She contributed so much that will now have to be taken over by others, many times where others now have to pay out of pocket for, such as cleaning, cooking, babysitting and other services, as well as the loss of guidance and nurturing of her family. These are considered "pecuniary losses" and are undeniable in a wrongful death action.
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