Wrongful Death Lawyers with Experience and Compassion Representing Clients in the Greater New Orleans Area and Statewide
Few events in life are as devastating as unexpectedly losing someone you love. That grief is all the more difficult if their death was the result of someone else’s negligence, and therefore, preventable. In wrongful death situations, there is no amount of money that will make up for the loss of a life. However, The Truitt Law Firm will work tirelessly to help you find answers, push for accountability, and secure fair financial compensation.
The time limit to bring a wrongful death suit in the state of Louisiana is short. A claim of this type must be brought within 12 months of the victim’s death. Our firm has been litigating personal injury and wrongful death cases across Louisiana for decades. Because we have vast experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants, we can anticipate opposing counsel's arguments. This often allows us to resolve cases quickly and favorably through negotiation or trial, allowing you to move forward with your recovery.
Let our attorneys discuss your legal options with a complimentary consultation. Call (985) 308-9946 or contact The Truitt Law Firm online to get started. Hablamos español.
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Dignified Representation for Either Plaintiffs or Defendants
Emotions run high in wrongful death lawsuits, and understandably so. Families have lost someone they love and seek accountability. When our wrongful death attorneys represent you as a plaintiff, we will work to convey just how important the victim was to you and others, and what the full impacts of their loss will be.
Conversely, if we represent you as a defendant or an insurance company, we will never minimize the family’s loss or trivialize their attempts at seeking accountability. Instead, we will focus on the facts of the case, including demonstrating, in some cases, that the victim’s death could be attributed to other causes or problems. No matter which side of the courtroom we are on, we always strive to represent our clients and to conduct ourselves with dignity and respect for all involved in the legal process.
A Basic Overview of Wrongful Death Claims
Personal injury lawsuits are well understood by the general public, but wrongful death matters may not be. An easy way to think about a wrongful death claim is as a personal injury case with injuries that result in death. Nearly any negligent act or intentional action that would warrant a personal injury suit if the victim had survived would also qualify for wrongful death litigation if the victim died due to their injuries.
The other major difference is who serves as the plaintiff. Because the victim didn’t survive, a representative brings the case on their behalf. In Louisiana, the victim’s surviving family members are the only people who can bring a wrongful death action. In order of allowance, those family members are a spouse and/or children, surviving parents, surviving siblings, and surviving grandparents. These family members may be related to the victim by blood or adoption.
Types of Compensation Available in Wrongful Death Cases
Surviving loved ones of a person who has died due to the negligence of another may file a wrongful death claim to seek financial compensation for their loss.
The types of losses you can seek compensation for include:
Future lost salary of the deceased. Families can recover compensation for the income and financial support their loved one would have provided throughout their expected working years, calculated based on earning capacity, career trajectory, and life expectancy.
Lost companionship. This compensation addresses the profound emotional loss of the deceased person's love, guidance, companionship, and the unique relationship they shared with surviving family members.
Medical bills. Families can seek reimbursement for all medical expenses incurred as a result of the incident that led to their loved one's death, including emergency treatment, hospital stays, and end-of-life care.
Funeral expenses. Recovery includes costs associated with burial or cremation services, funeral ceremonies, memorial services, and other related expenses that families must bear during an already difficult time.
Vehicle damage and replacement. When wrongful death results from a vehicle accident, families can recover compensation for property damage to their loved one's vehicle and the cost of replacement transportation.
Our attorneys will carefully analyze the details of your case to assess all possible damages. Our goal is to maximize your compensation while holding the at-fault party legally liable.
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