South Carolina Wrongful Death Lawyers

When a loved one passes away, no amount of money can make up for the loss or fill the void that is left in our lives. But when a loved one dies because of the negligence or error of another person, entity or corporation, the liable party must be held accountable for their actions. And the family of the deceased must receive fair compensation so they can secure their future and move on with their lives.

A wrongful death lawsuit alleges that the person who died was killed as the result of the negligence or recklessness on the part of the defendant. The surviving members of the person’s family, most likely the immediate family, will be entitled to damages awarded in such a suit. In most states, if the death of a close member of the family such as a spouse was caused by the wrongful act of another, surviving members may file a wrongful death claim. Victims must be able to prove that they suffer emotional and financial losses and hardship as a result of the death.

South Carolina Wrongful death could result or be caused by a variety of different factors. But the most common causes we see include:

• Auto accidents
• Defective products
• Medical malpractice
• Truck accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Dangerous road conditions
• Intentional infliction of injuries
• Workplace injuries

Wrongful death lawsuits have also served as a powerful tool to hold corporations and big manufacturers accountable for their products. For example, when a child suffocates and dies because of a poorly manufactured crib, the manufacturer will be held liable for the child’s death. The parents will be able to file a wrongful death claim against the company/manufacturer of the crib.

In some cases, where a person may not have been convicted in a criminal court because of a jury decision or lack of evidence, he or she may be found liable for wrongful death in a civil case. A good example is the O.J. Simpson case where Simpson was found not guilty in the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman, but was found liable for their deaths.

If you have lost a loved one and believe that their death was caused by a negligent act, call the experienced South Carolina Wrongful Death attorneys at the Louthian Law Firm. We will treat you with dignity and sensitivity, just as we would expect to be treated in such a situation. Please call us to schedule your free consultation.