What damages are available in wrongful death claims?

What Damages Are Available in Wrongful Death Claims?

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When you lost your loved one due to the negligent actions of another party is defined as wrongful death. It may be caused by slip and fall accident, pedestrian accident, bicycle accident, auto accident or any accident which results in death.

Damages in Wrongful Death Claims

Under California laws, wrongful death claimants are generally allowed to recover compensation for the following damages: ● ● ●

All past medical expenses, including hospital bills, treatments and any other medical related charges.

All costs related to burial and funeral expenses.

All past loss of wages.

Damages in Wrongful Death Claims

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Projected future loss of earnings and financial support (such as food, clothing, and shelter).

Loss of services, such as household services, child services, and parental advice and support.

Loss of consortium, companionship, love, comfort, affection and moral support.

Any other appropriate damages that may be allowed under the law.

Tax Consequences for Wrongful Death Damages

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Compensation damages for emotional distress and mental anguish exceeding the medical costs.

Punitive damages, or damages that are awarded by a court of law as a form of punishment for a particularly egregious or outrageous act that caused the victim’s death.

If you lost your loved one in an accident in Los Angeles, you should consult Los Angeles experienced wrongful death attorney as you may have certain legal rights and may be entitled to damages.

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