Personal Injury — Subcategory

Wrongful Death

Representation for surviving family members following a fatal accident caused by negligence.

Wrongful death claims allow surviving family members to seek accountability and compensation when a loved one’s death results from another party’s negligence — whether through a vehicle collision, an unsafe property condition, or another preventable circumstance. These are sensitive, often complex matters, and firms in this practice area work closely with families throughout the process.

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Delacroix & Hume Legal

Miami, FL

A Miami firm representing families in wrongful death, catastrophic injury, and commercial trucking cases across South Florida.

  • Personal Injury
  • Wrongful Death
  • Catastrophic Injury
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Holloway & Hulling PLLC
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Holloway & Hulling PLLC

Missoula, MT

A Missoula- and Bozeman-based Montana firm handling criminal defense, personal injury, and family law matters statewide.

  • Personal Injury
  • Car Accidents
  • Truck Accidents
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Sterling & Voss Injury Law

Dallas, TX

A Dallas-based personal injury firm representing clients in car accident, truck accident, and wrongful death matters across North Texas.

  • Personal Injury
  • Car Accidents
  • Truck Accidents
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Wrongful Death — Frequently Asked Questions

Who can file a wrongful death claim?

Eligibility to file a wrongful death claim varies by state, but typically includes a spouse, children, or other close family members, and in some states a personal representative of the deceased's estate.

What compensation can a wrongful death claim provide?

Depending on the state, a wrongful death claim may address funeral and burial expenses, lost financial support, and the loss of companionship, among other damages.

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