Metairie Wrongful Death Lawyer
The loss of a loved one often feels like too much to bear. When someone else is responsible for causing your relative’s passing, you may be able to take legal action against them in the form of a civil claim. Consult with a wrongful death lawyer in Metairie for the help you need.
Preventable deaths leave surviving family members wondering how something like this could have happened, and more heartbreakingly, why their loved one? If this is the situation you’ve found yourself in and you don’t know where to begin, a Metairie wrongful death lawyer at the Law Office of Braud & Gallagher is here for you.
Our firm has years of experience in handling wrongful death lawsuits—and winning. We believe that when someone makes an irresponsible, reckless, or negligent decision that causes the death of another, that person should be brought to justice.
We’ll work diligently to build your case so you can seek the compensation you and your family need to begin to grieve your loss without the burden of financial insecurity.
Louisiana Wrongful Death Laws to Know
As you prepare to file your claim, it will be helpful to have a complete understanding of what’s to come and how Louisiana’s wrongful death laws can influence your case.
First, you should be aware of the statute of limitations, or the amount of time you have to file your claim. Louisiana’s statute of limitations is one year, which means you’ll have one year from the date of your loved one’s passing to file your claim, or risk your case being barred by the court system.
You also need to know whether you have the right to file a wrongful death claim. Surviving family members who have the opportunity to pursue the claim will begin with the surviving spouse and children of the decedent. If there are no such relatives, the parents, followed by the siblings, will have the opportunity to file. If none of the above apply, the decedent’s grandparents are able to pursue the wrongful death claim.
Finally, if the deceased individual has no surviving family members, their estate can file the claim. Questions about your eligibility to file the claim can be discussed during your claim review with your Metairie attorney.
Losses You’re Entitled to Recover
The damages awarded in a wrongful death claim are quite similar to those of a personal injury claim. Surviving family members can seek compensation for the following losses:
- Loss of companionship, guidance, and emotional support
- Lost income and benefits
- Reasonable funeral and burial costs
- Pain and suffering of the deceased
- Medical bills
- Loss of household services
Speak with a Metairie Fatal Accident Lawyer
To discuss the damages your family has endured due to the untimely loss of a loved one, meet with a compassionate Metairie wrongful death lawyer at the Law Office of Braud & Gallagher. You can give our office a call at 1-800-256-5674 or provide us with your contact information through the submission form below, and we’ll be in touch to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation.
