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What Types of Damages Are Available in Wrongful Death Actions?

In the aftermath of the accidental or wrongful death of a loved one, it can be difficult to even think about a lawsuit to recover damages. While nothing can bring back your loved one, you are entitled to hold those responsible accountable for your losses. But what can you recover, and how are your losses calculated?

In a wrongful death lawsuit, the damages (compensation for losses) are generally one of three types:

Economic Losses

You are entitled to recover compensation for any actual expenses incurred as a result of the accident, or any benefits you would have received, had your loved one not died. This may include:

Noneconomic Losses

These types of damages represent fewer tangible injuries, such as:

Punitive Damages

It’s extremely difficult to get punitive damages in a personal injury or wrongful death case, unless you can show that the defendant acted with reckless disregard for the safety of others or of the value of human life.

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