While accidents occur every day, nothing is more heartbreaking than a preventable accident that takes an innocent person’s life. If you have lost a spouse, a child, or other loved one in a horrible accident, we urge you to contact Rousseau Law Firm as soon as possible for legal support.

When you are dealing with a serious loss, you must retain the best legal counsel around.

Wrongful Death Lawsuits in Alabama

In Alabama, a wrongful death claim is a civil remedy available when the intentional, reckless, or negligent conduct of an individual causes the death of another human being. A wrongful death claim is filed on behalf of the victim who lost their life and are usually filed by the victim’s spouse or close family members, but under certain circumstances others can file as well.

Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit?

• Alabama law allows the following parties to file a wrongful death lawsuit:
• The children of the deceased person
• The surviving spouse or domestic partner
• The personal representative of the decedent’s estate
• The parents of the deceased person, if there is no surviving spouse or children

Under Alabama law, a wrongful death claim must be filed within two years of the date of the decedent’s death. If a wrongful death claim is not filed within this statute of limitation, the defendant will likely file a motion to dismiss the case and the court will grant the request.

What types of damages are available?

The following types of damages are available in a Nevada wrongful death claim:

• Loss of companionship
• Loss of benefits to heirs
• Funeral & burial expenses
• Medical expenses on behalf of the deceased
• Property damage incurred from the accident
• Punitive damages (in special circumstances)
• Lost wages and benefits, including those that the deceased would have been expected to earn if he or she had survived

Contact a Dothan Wrongful Death Lawyer

If you lost a love one as a result of an automobile accident, medical malpractice, or due to another cause, please contact Rousseau Law Firm for professional legal advice. In a free case evaluation, we will go over the details of your case and fully explain your legal options.