Every wrongful death claim is unique. The amount of time required to settle wrongful death claims in South Carolina may range from a few months to several years, based on the specific circumstances. Sometimes, claimants choose to file a wrongful death lawsuit if they can\u2019t negotiate a fair settlement. This could add even more time to the process.<\/p>\n
When you\u2019re working with a legal professional, they\u2019ll need enough time to perform a thorough investigation, as well. Even if your case doesn\u2019t go to trial, the process can last longer than you expect. If you lost a loved one in a wrongful death accident, our personal injury lawyers<\/a> can help you recover damages.<\/p>\n South Carolina law<\/a> defines wrongful death as one caused by the wrongful act, neglect, or default of another. The cause of the death must be the type of action for which the victim could have filed a personal injury claim had he or she survived.<\/p>\n South Carolina\u2019s wrongful death statute<\/a> allows certain family members to sue if the death was caused by deliberate, reckless, or negligent actions of the defendant. If the deceased\u2019s will name a representative of the estate, this person can file a wrongful death lawsuit. Otherwise, the court will appoint a family member as the representative.<\/p>\n If there is no spouse or children, the deceased\u2019s parents can bring the claim. If there is no spouse, children, or parents, then the deceased person\u2019s heirs can take legal action. If the case is successful, the representative then distributes awards among the surviving family members.<\/p>\n In South Carolina, any fatal accident can be the reason for a wrongful death claim, including:<\/p>\n If you and your family members are struggling to make ends meet without your loved one\u2019s financial support, you may want to settle the case and receive compensation quickly. When the defendant assumes responsibility, the insurance company representing them may offer a settlement. While it may be tempting to accept a quick compensation when you\u2019re having financial challenges, you may regret it later.<\/p>\n In most cases, relatives of a deceased person often have no idea how much compensation they\u2019re entitled to. Therefore, insurance companies offer grieving family members settlements that are much lower than what they deserve to close cases quickly and protect their bottom line. Remember, once you accept a settlement, you cannot pursue more compensation later on.<\/p>\n While the long-term effects of your loved one\u2019s death may be difficult to quantify, we can help. Our lawyers can gather relevant information and figure out a fair amount of compensation for both economic and non-economic damages.<\/p>\n A lawyer can collect relevant information and calculate the damages that you deserve, but the insurance company may refuse to pay the amount of money requested. In this case, we can take your case to trial. Under such circumstances, it may take years to resolve the claim.<\/p>\n In other cases, the defendant may deny the liability. If this happens, our lawyers can perform an investigation to gather the evidence we need to support your case. Our legal team may have to:<\/p>\n Damages awarded in a wrongful death claim include:<\/p>\n Our legal team can calculate your damages so that you know what you deserve. We can assess any settlement offer to see if it would fairly compensate you. You and your family have suffered enough of a loss; you shouldn\u2019t have to struggle financially because a liable party does not offer fair compensation.<\/p>\n Pursuing a wrongful death claim can be a daunting process. You deserve to honor your loved one\u2019s memory and grieve in peace. Still, a settlement can help your family cope in their absence. We can handle your case while you spend time with your loved ones. We understand how difficult it is to lose a loved one, and our legal team is ready to guide you through the claim process.<\/p>\n Our personal injury lawyers will not hesitate to take your case to trial to get the compensation you deserve. To learn more about our practice, contact<\/a> George Sink Injury Lawyers for a free consultation. We will be happy to discuss your legal options with you. You can reach us at (888) 612-7001<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Every wrongful death claim is unique. The amount of time required to settle wrongful death claims in South Carolina may range from a few months to several years, based on the specific circumstances. Sometimes, claimants choose to file a wrongful death lawsuit if they can\u2019t negotiate a fair settlement. This could add even more time…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":65,"featured_media":13769,"parent":6589,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-13768","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nHow Does South Carolina Define Wrongful Death?<\/h2>\n
Types of Accidents That Can Result in a Wrongful Death Case in South Carolina<\/h2>\n
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Don\u2019t Rush Into Accepting an Insurance Company\u2019s Initial Offer<\/h2>\n
Why It May Take a Long Time to Settle a Wrongful Death Claim<\/h2>\n
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Damages You Can Recover in a Wrongful Death Claim in South Carolina<\/h2>\n
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Our Wrongful Death Lawyers Can Help You Seek Justice<\/h2>\n