It is a tragedy when a loved one dies because of another person’s negligence. While nothing can bring your loved one back, an experienced Maryland wrongful death attorney like Stuart L. Plotnick may be able to help you recover economic compensation for expenses associated with the accident and additional money to provide your family with some economic stability during this difficult time.
A wrongful death occurs when a person dies due to the negligence or misconduct of another person or company. This particular type of suit can only be made by an immediate family member who depends on the deceased person for financial support. This typically includes spouses, children, parents, and siblings.
In order to make a claim for compensation, three factors must be present:
- Negligence: You must be able to prove the negligence of the other party. For example, in an automobile accident, you must demonstrate that somebody else was at fault for the death of your loved one.
- Injuries resulted in death: You must show that the death of your loved one was a direct result of the severe injuries sustained during the accident. Even if the death does not happen immediately; if injuries suffered during the crash ultimately resulted in death, you must prove that this is the cause of death.
- Damages: You must demonstrate that you suffered economic loss as a result of the death, such as medical or funeral expenses.
If you have lost a loved one because of the negligence of someone else, please call 301-251-1286 today or contact the Law Offices of Stuart L. Plotnick, LLC for your consultation with an experienced Maryland wrongful death attorney. We represent clients in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC.