Alaska residents who lose loved ones in an automobile accident often feel lost and don't know what to do next. Dealing With Grief During the time of bereavement and throughout the grief process, a grieving person needs a lot of emotional support. Finding support can be the key to a person’s recovery and acceptance of the loss. Family members, friends, support groups, community … [Read more...]
Getting The Most From A Lawyer
The key to getting the most from a lawyer is knowing when you need one and what type of attorney you need. For many people, choosing an attorney can be a daunting task. Choosing the right attorney is incredibly important. Losing a loved one in an accident is a horrifying experience. The last thing a person wants to think of during the grieving process is hiring a wrongful death … [Read more...]
Damages Following Wrongful Death
There may be a case for a wrongful death lawsuit following the death of a loved one due to another person's negligence or recklessness. In these lawsuits, family members have a right to pursue compensation to help recover loss after a death. Damages After A Wrongful Death There are different damages a family may experience, including pecuniary losses and punitive damages. … [Read more...]
Wrongful Death Claims For Children
The loss of a child is an incredibly heartbreaking event to experience, especially as a parent. When anyone, adult or child, dies due to the negligence of another person, it is called wrongful death. When children are the victims of wrongful death cases, factors change in comparison to when adults are victims. Wrongful Death Factors The factor that weighs heaviest in a wrongful … [Read more...]
Criminal Versus Civil Law In A Wrongful Death Case
When a death occurs, it is important to consider how the person died. If someone dies because of another person's negligence or unlawful behavior, the family of the deceased person may need to file a wrongful death case. In some cases, there can be a criminal law case relating to a death. If someone dies due to another's unlawful behavior, the state may pursue criminal charges. … [Read more...]
The Discovery Rule
A statute of limitations (SOL) for lawsuits is a law setting a time in which parties must initiate a lawsuit. It is important to understand that limitation periods exist no matter what type of claim you intend to file. The SOL is different between states and types of cases, so knowing when claims must be made is important to not miss deadlines. Wrongful Death Claims When making a … [Read more...]
- 1
- 2
- 3
- …
- 5
- Next Page »
