Maryland Wrongful Death Attorneys

Wrongful Death in Maryland

If you have lost a loved one as a result of someone else's negligence or wrongdoing, then you may be able to file what is known as a wrongful death claim. Such claims are usually filed by immediate family members and seek compensation to cover medical or funeral expenses, lost wages (including future earnings), loss of love and companionship and other related damages.

Maryland wrongful death claims usually have the following four elements:

• A human being must have died
• The death is caused by someone else either through negligence or with intent
• There are surviving family members who have been negatively impacted as a result of the death
• There is a representative for the decedent's estate.

Only immediate family members are eligible to file a wrongful death claim through a representative of the estate. The death of their family member must be caused by the misconduct or negligence of a person, entity or corporation. The immediate family members will usually receive compensation after a successful wrongful death claim through the decedent's will.

Wrongful death claims may be filed in connection with:

• Truck accidents
• Airplane accident
• Medical malpractice
• Exposure to hazardous conditions or substances while at work
• Criminal behavior

Potential pecuniary (financial injury) claims in such cases include:

• Loss of support that was given by the decedent
• Loss of services that was provided by the decedent
• Loss of the prospect of inheritance
• Medical expenses
• Funeral expenses

All of these factors may be considered for compensation in a wrongful death suit. In determining the amount of pecuniary loss there are many factors taken into account. The condition of the decedent before the accident, the character, the age, the life expectancy, and health -- all come into play in these cases. If the decedent was the primary wage earner in the family, the loss of income will play a significant role in the recovery determination. The income may include what they were earning when they died, what they used to earn if they were currently unemployed, and, what they could make in the future. All of these details can be very complicated to sort out so it is important that you seek the advice and representation from an experienced Maryland wrongful death lawyer.

Seeking Representation

The wrongful death of a loved one is clearly a difficult thing to deal with for families. If you have suffered a wrongful death in the family, seeking proper representation can be the key to getting the compensation you deserve. The Bethesda wrongful death lawyers at Alpert Schreyer have be defending the rights of families for decades. Call 866-444-6363 for a free consultation.

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