doctors' office visits for unintentional injuries every year.
39.5
WRONGFUL DEATHS IN THE U.S.
There are
98,000
fatal medical errors
EVERY YEAR, ON AVERAGE, THERE ARE:
37,455
fatal slips and falls
EVERY YEAR, ON AVERAGE, THERE ARE:
37,991
motor vehicle deaths
EVERY YEAR, ON AVERAGE, THERE ARE:
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HOW WRONGFUL DEATH OCCURS
A wrongful death is one caused by the deliberate, reckless or negligent actions of another.
Motorcycle vehicle accidentsAccidentes de CamionesAccidentes de motocicletaAccidente PeatonalDUINegligencia médica
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIMS ARE OFTEN RELATED TO:
Nursing Home Abuse or NeglectAccidentes de TrabajoSlip & FallsPremises LiabilitiesProductos peligrosos
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIMS ARE OFTEN RELATED TO:
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WHO CAN FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM?
Surviving family members such as a spouse, child, or parent can seek damages by filing a wrongful death claim.
An executor named in the estate plan of the deceased person can also file a claim according to South Carolina law.
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WHEN TO FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
los Statute of Limitations for a South Carolina wrongful death claim is
3
YEARS
Missing the deadline to file a claim can prevent the family from ever being able to recover damages.
The investigation & preparation involved with filing a claim is a long process.
Therefore, it's important to act quickly & contact an attorney ASAP.
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WHAT IS SURVIVAL ACTION?
The executor or administrator can also file a survival action in conjunction with a wrongful death claim in South Carolina.
This allows the estate to recover damages on behalf of the recently deceased person who suffered as a result of the negligent actions before they died.
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WHAT DAMAGES CAN YOU RECOVER?
Loss of income & benefitsLoss of securityLoss of companionship & loveLoss of parental guidanceLoss of household contributionsAngustia mentalDaños punitivos
TYPES OF RECOVERY
Contact our wrongful death attorneys and we will assess your case at no cost to you.
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