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Wrongful Death questions and answers

• Question: Can a wrongful death claim be settled out of court?

  Asked in Miami, FL | November 22, 2024

  We are in the early stages of considering a wrongful death claim after my husband's death in a car accident. I've heard that cases like this can take a long time but also that some cases are settled out of court. Is this possible, and how does it work?

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• Question: Can a wrongful death claim be filed if the death occurred outside of the country?

  Asked in New York, NY | March 10, 2025

  My husband died in an accident while we were on vacation abroad. Can we still file a wrongful death claim even though the incident happened outside of the country?

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• Question: Are there caps on damages in wrongful death cases?

  Asked in Miami, FL | November 22, 2024

  It feels bad to think about this but I've heard that some states have caps on damages in wrongful death. Does this apply to our case where it was a car accident, and if so, what are the limits?

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• Question: Can I file a wrongful death claim if my spouse died in a car accident caused by a drunk driver?

  Asked in Atlanta, GA | March 14, 2025

  My spouse was hit by a drunk driver last month and didn’t survive. I’m trying to figure out if I can hold the driver responsible for my spouse’s death. I’ve heard of wrongful death claims but don’t know where to start.

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• Question: Can I sue a hospital for wrongful death if my father died due to a misdiagnosis?

  Asked in New York, NY | March 10, 2025

  My father was misdiagnosed at a hospital and passed away because the real issue wasn’t treated. I believe the hospital and doctors were at fault. What steps should I take to hold them accountable?

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