Blog: Wrongful Death
- Who can recover damages in wrongful death suit in Pennsylvania?
Apr 12, 2017
It seems obvious that losing a loved one is never easy. When such a death occurs suddenly, or in the middle of a person’s life, when he or she is healthy and could expect many more years of living, the pain can be even worse, as those left behind wonder what might have been. When the death is caused by the intentional or negligent actions of another person, the situation can be devastating for Pittsburgh...Read More - Determining pecuniary injuries after a loved one’s wrongful death
Mar 1, 2017
An accident can happen and can take the life of a loved one in an instant. While most people will never experience the harsh reality of this kind of incident, some Pittsburgh residents have to suffer with that reality. When someone dies in a sudden accident, like in a car accident or after a medical procedure, the jarring nature of the entire event can be very stressful. Beyond the actual emotional loss of the loved...Read More - Sudden and unexpected death of a loved one can be compensated
Feb 15, 2017
It is many people’s worst fear; getting the news that a loved one has suddenly passed away. While it is true that accidents can happen that cause fatalities, some accidents are entirely preventable. This means that a person’s death could have been avoided, had a person or a party taken the reasonable measure of care to prevent it. This can leave loved one’s mourning and in a bad place financially after a loved one’s death...Read More - PA Supreme Court issues decision on wrongful death claims
Oct 28, 2016
When it comes to wrongful death claims, there usually consist of several claims related to a person’s untimely death. One portion of those claims can relate to survivor claims, which are a specific type of damage loved ones may seek after an unexpected death. Wrongful death lawsuits can vary greatly in their details and complexity, which can make deciding whether to litigate or arbitrate a tough decision for those who have lost loved ones. The...Read More - Fatal accidents that can qualify for a PA wrongful death lawsuit
Oct 14, 2016
The unthinkable has happened to a family member or someone that you love. A fatal accident has taken their life too early. For some Pittsburgh families, this tragedy befalls them and life is never the same. Some fatal accidents are due to the negligence of another. If this is sounding familiar, it is important to know that it is possible to recover financially for the loss of a loved one due to carelessness or negligence...Read More - Seek justice after a loved one’s wrongful death
Aug 17, 2016
There is nothing that can compare to the shock of that phone call, text or whichever way one receives the news that a loved one has been in a terrible accident. Sometimes the person, despite all the odds against them, pulls through. Other times, the injured isn’t so lucky. After the immediate shock wears off, many family members wonder where to go from here? If there is even the smallest suspicion that a loved one’s...Read More - Lebanon County faces lawsuit after inmate’s wrongful death
Jul 22, 2016
It is traumatizing for any mother to see the death of their child. It is unnatural for a parent to outlive their own son or daughter. That is exactly what happened to a Pennsylvania woman when her teenage daughter died in a Pennsylvania County correctional facility, due to complications from heroin withdrawal. The mother of the inmate is now suing the county, correctional staff and medical examiners for her daughter’s unexpected death. Soon after the...Read More - If a family member suffers a wrongful death, don’t in alone
Jun 22, 2016
In an ideal world, loved ones would live well into their golden years in the perfect vision of health. In the real world, though, tragedies happen that can claim the lives of people we love and take them from this earth too soon. Sometimes, the tragedy can be attributed to another person or third party, and, as a result, loved ones may consider a wrongful death claim against the believed responsible party. At Savinis, Damico...Read More - What is a wrongful death claim?
Apr 29, 2016
When you have been injured in an accident caused by another party’s negligence, you can seek compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering and other damages through a personal injury lawsuit. This helps you cope with the effects of your injury, and it helps hold negligent parties accountable. But what about fatal accidents? How can family members cope with the sudden, unexpected loss of a loved one and that person’s income? The...Read More - PA District Court receives filing of wrongful death suit
Apr 1, 2016
Every year, hundreds of people die due to complications associated with prescription medications. While many people do benefit from these drugs, some people pay with their life. A woman recently filed a lawsuit in Pennsylvania District Court, claiming that a drug company is responsible for her husband’s untimely death. According to the lawsuit, the woman is seeking damages from a company that produces testosterone medication for men who suffer from ‘low T’ or low testosterone...Read More