West Columbia Wrongful Death Lawyer

If your loved one died in a preventable accident, our West Columbia wrongful death attorneys can hold the at-fault party accountable and pursue compensation.

The untimely passing of a close family member is devastating by itself. If the death was a result of the actions of another person or party, the loss may be even more heartbreaking.

You might be suffering emotionally, mentally, and financially, especially if you must pay unexpected funeral expenses and medical bills. The death of an adult family member and the loss of his or her wages and benefits could severely impact your quality of life.

Our legal team offers our deepest condolences for your loss. As wrongful death lawyers serving West Columbia, SC, George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers can tell you about your legal options. We have helped thousands of clients obtain a successful settlement or verdict.

We Are Ready to Help You With a Wrongful Death Lawsuit

South Carolina recognizes wrongful death as the action of a person or party that results in the ending of a life, whether through negligence, recklessness, accident, or deliberate intention. There are many circumstances that could lead to a wrongful death lawsuit.

Here are some examples:

• Nursing home abuse or neglect
• Car accidents
• Slip and fall accidents
• Work injuries

We can pursue a wrongful death lawsuit for you if your loved one died immediately or from related injuries. If you have lost a loved one because of the accidental or intentional act of another person or entity, get help from a wrongful death lawyer serving West Columbia, SC.

You Could Be Entitled to Recoverable Damages

We will evaluate your case for recoverable damages. We have practiced law for 40 years and have recovered millions of dollars in compensation for our clients. Each case is unique, but there are some common types of damages in wrongful death cases:

• Full value of life is the entirety of the victim’s economic and personal contributions based on a normal life expectancy.
• Funeral and medical costs are medical bills, funeral expenses, and burial costs.
• Pain and suffering are recoverable damages related to the victim’s pain and suffering if he or she did not die immediately after the accident.

There is no predetermined amount for full value of life damages. The law considers both the economic worth (the victim’s expected income over a normal lifetime) and intangible value, such as loss of companionship.

If the victim was a primary breadwinner, you could experience significant financial hardship. Our wrongful death lawyers in West Columbia will vigorously pursue the maximum damages you may receive.

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Your Future Financial Security Is Our Top Priority

There is no monetary amount that can replace your loss. However, the reality is that the death of your loved one could impede your ability to pay medical bills, rent or mortgage payments, and other necessary life expenses. The amount of damages that you could receive are usually determined by past and future expenses such as:

• Medical bills for victim until time of death
• Funeral and burial expenses
• Pain and suffering by the victim prior to death
• Emotional damages from you and other survivors
• Lost wages and benefits
• Loss of the victim’s companionship, care, experience, judgement, and protection

We have guided thousands of clients through complex cases that resulted in successful settlements or verdicts. George Sink, P.A. Injury Lawyers will negotiate on your behalf, and if necessary, take your case to court. You should not have to speak with insurance companies while you are in mourning.

Wrongful Death Lawsuits Can Be Filed by a Family Member or Executor

Although it is usually a relative who files a wrongful death lawsuit, executors or administrators who are not family members may also seek recoverable damages. If your situation concerns a minor (under the age of 18) filing a wrongful death lawsuit, a legal guardian may be needed.

According to S.C. Code § 15-51-20, a wrongful death suit can be filed by:

• Surviving spouse or children
• Surviving parents
• Other family members (siblings, uncles, aunts, and grandparents)

George Sink, P.A. has handled over 40,000 cases and recovered millions of dollars for our clients, which has allowed them to go on with their lives despite their loss. We will not charge an attorney’s fees unless we are successful in our efforts.

Learn more about your legal options from a wrongful death lawyer serving West Columbia, SC. Please call us or fill out our online contact form for your free consultation.

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