What special damages exist for wrongful death lawsuits?
Types of special damages in a wrongful death lawsuit can include medical and funeral expenses, loss of income or financial support, and more.
What special damages exist for wrongful death lawsuits? Call Pribanic & Pribanic attorneys Jeffrey Pribanic, Ernest Pribanic and Victor Pribanic (left to right) today for a free legal consultation 800-392-4529.
What special damages exist for wrongful death lawsuits?
Types of special damages in a wrongful death lawsuit can include medical and funeral expenses, loss of income or financial support, and more.
What special damages exist for wrongful death lawsuits? Call Pribanic & Pribanic attorneys Jeffrey Pribanic, Ernest Pribanic and Victor Pribanic (left to right) today for a free legal consultation 800-392-4529.
Special damages are as defined by Pennsylvania law: “In an action brought under subsection (a), the plaintiff shall be entitled to recover, in addition to other damages, damages for reasonable hospital, nursing, medical, funeral expenses and expenses of administration necessitated by reason of injuries causing death.”
Special damages in wrongful death claims are typically economic damages that can be quantified with some degree of precision. These damages are meant to compensate the survivors for specific financial losses incurred due to the death of their loved one.
Potential special damages that might apply in a wrongful death lawsuit:
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Medical and funeral expenses: The cost of medical treatment and funeral expenses related to the deceased person’s injuries and death could be recoverable as special damages.
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Loss of income: If the deceased person was a wage earner, the family members may be able to claim the income the deceased person would have earned throughout their expected work life.
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Loss of financial support: This encompasses the financial contributions the deceased person would have made to their family, including contributions to household expenses, mortgage payments, education expenses, etc.
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Loss of benefits: If the deceased person provided health insurance, retirement benefits, or other benefits to their family, the value of these benefits could be considered special damages.
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Loss of inheritance: In cases where the deceased person’s death affects the inheritance that their family members would have received, this loss could also be considered special damages.
Ultimately, the specific damages that can be claimed in a wrongful death lawsuit will depend on the circumstances of the case and the relationships between the parties involved. Consulting with an attorney at Pribanic & Pribanic who specializes in wrongful death cases in Pennsylvania will provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding the potential special damages that might apply in your situation.
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