Wrongful Death | Robert Wilson & Associates

A death in the family is always a painful experience. It can

be even more so when your loved one’s death was caused by

the wrongful acts of someone else. In these tragic situations,

it can be difficult to think about filing a lawsuit. However, it is

important to remember that you and your family members have

rights that entitle you to recover for your loss.

A wrongful death claim is brought on behalf of a decedent's

survivors for damages resulting from the wrongful acts of

another. In such cases the family members of the deceased

may recover for the monetary loss resulting from the death.

Minnesota law allows survivors to be compensated for the following kinds of damages:

[Damages are limited to financial loss resulting from the death, including funeral expenses, medical expenses and potential earnings. Damages for loss of advice, comfort, assistance, protection, counsel and society are also recoverable.]

Loss of advice, comfort, assistance, protection, counsel and society

Reasonably expected loss in income of the decedent suffered by the survivors and/or beneficiaries

Expenses for the care, treatment and hospitalization of the decedent for injuries related to his death

Reasonable funeral expenses.

Wrongful death claims in Minnesota are brought by a trustee. A trustee is usually a family member, appointed by the court, to represent the close relatives of the deceased. The trustee brings the wrongful death claim on behalf of the decedent’s heirs, namely the spouse and blood relatives. In Minnesota, a wrongful death lawsuit must be started within three years of the death or it will be barred by the statute of limitations.

The attorneys at Robert Wilson & Associates have many years of experience handling wrongful death claims. Our main goal is to protect you and your family’s well being. While financial compensation cannot replace the loss of your family member, it can help ensure that your family is taken care of. Please call us today for a free consultation with one of our experienced personal injury attorneys.

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