Minnesota Wrongful Death Attorney Summarizes Damages Recoverable for Loss of Companionship in a Wrongful Death Case
Loss of companionship usually refers to loss of care, guidance and affection caused due to the wrongful death of a family member. The death of loved one can be extremely crushing for anyone. The grief becomes almost unbearable when the death is caused due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful act. Though it is not possible to weigh the value of the person in terms of money and compensation, it is recommended that you seek the services of a wrongful death attorney. We can help you recover the compensation you need and deserve.
In majority of the wrongful death cases, the jury award or settlement depends on several factors such as family’s financial condition, victim’s income, life expectancy, the suffering, agony, and medical costs borne by the family during and after the death of the victim. Intangibles such as loss of parenting, comradeship and emotional distress are also considered while evaluating the damages under Minnesota law. The amount of damages depends primarily on the claimant’s relationship to the deceased.
Under Minnesota law, certain classes of people are entitled to claim damages for loss of consortium or companionship as a result of an injury to another. Loss of consortium claims are known as “derivative damages” because they are derived from someone else's injury or death. Litigants entitled to recover such damages in Minnesota include a spouse, children and parents of the person who dies prematurely.
Do you have questions about your ability to recover damages for loss of companionship? Speak with a MN wrongful death lawyer with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. Our attorneys have years of experience and will answer all of your questions about the process. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or use our online consultation form. We offer free consultations at any of our six Twin Cities metro offices or any other location that is convenient for you. No fee unless we win.
The wrongful death attorneys with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. are pleased to announce their newest online publication, the Minnesota Wrongful Death Blog. Our trial team, lead by attorney Jason Brown, provide this weblog to post useful, easy-to-understand information on key issues such as:
