Question By: Damages in wrongful death cases aim to compensate survivors for financial and emotional losses. Here's a breakdown of what you might recover:
Economic Damages: These are quantifiable losses. They include medical bills incurred before death, funeral and burial expenses, and loss of the deceased's future earnings. If the deceased was a homemaker, the value of their household services can also be factored in.
Loss of Inheritance: If the deceased would likely have left you an inheritance, you can seek compensation for what you lost due to their early death.
Non-Economic Damages: These are harder to quantify but acknowledge the emotional pain and suffering caused by the loss. This could include mental anguish, loss of companionship, and loss of guidance and support, particularly for children who lose a parent.
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