Lexington Wrongful Death Lawyer
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If you have lost a loved one due to someone else's negligence, we invite you to contact our firm for a consultation. Our Lexington wrongful death lawyer can help you understand your legal options during this difficult time.
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What Is "Wrongful Death"
The loss of a loved one is always difficult to bear. When someone passes away due to another person's negligent or reckless actions, however, the pain can be overwhelming. Our Lexington wrongful death lawyer can help you understand your options for seeking justice and compensation in such a situation. In Kentucky, a wrongful death is legally defined as any death that occurs due to another person's negligent or wrongful acts. Wrongful deaths can result from a wide range of incidents, including:
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Truck accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Accidents involving defective products
- Nursing home abuse or neglect
- Defective or dangerous premises
- Defective or dangerous products
- Defective or dangerous medical care
- Swimming pool accidents
- Negligent security
- Sexual assault
- Nursing home abuse or neglect
How Do I Prove Wrongful Death?
In Kentucky, a wrongful death occurs when a person dies due to another person's negligence or wrongful acts. The family of the deceased may be entitled to compensation for damages, including funeral and burial expenses, loss of income, loss of companionship, and pain and suffering. In order to prove wrongful death, you will need to show that the deceased died as a result of the incident in question, that the incident was due to another person's negligence or wrongful acts, and that the deceased was dependent on the decedent at the time of the incident.
To prove wrongful death, you will need to show that the deceased died as a result of the incident in question, that the incident was due to another person's negligence or wrongful acts, and that the deceased was dependent on the decedent at the time of the incident.
Have a Question?
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What if the other driver doesn’t have insurance?
Even if the other driver is breaking Kentucky law by driving without insurance, you may be able to file an uninsured motorist claim with your own insurance company. I will walk you through your policy and explain how this works.
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How long will my case take?
The answer is different for everyone. It may take time to figure out the extent of your damages, especially if you have a severe, life-altering injury. It also depends on whether you wish to settle or take your case to court. I will be able to give you an estimate when we review your case together.
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What kind of damages am I entitled to from my car accident?
When someone else’s negligence causes your car accident, you have the right to recover the following compensation:
- Lost wages if you miss work
- Property damage to your car
- Medical bills for your injuries
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent disabilities
- Reduced earning potential
How Do I Start a Wrongful Death Claim in Kentucky?
In Kentucky, a wrongful death claim must be initiated within two years of the date of death. If the decedent was dependent on the decedent at the time of the incident, the claim must be filed within two years of the date of the decedent's death. If the decedent was not dependent on the decedent at the time of the incident, the claim must be filed within two years of the date that the decedent would have become dependent on the decedent.
To start a wrongful death claim in Kentucky, you will need to file a complaint with the court. If the decedent was dependent on the decedent at the time of the incident, the claim must be filed within two years of the date of the decedent's death. If the decedent was not dependent on the decedent at the time of the incident, the claim must be filed within two years of the date that the decedent would have become dependent on the decedent.
Our Lexington wrongful death lawyer can help you understand your legal options in such a case. Contact us today to learn more.