They are not capable of bringing a lawsuit. However, their guardian can file the law suit on their behalf. And the estate can bring the suit as well.
No, in Illinois, only one wrongful death lawsuit can be brought on behalf of a deceased individual. Typically, the deceased person's personal representative brings the lawsuit on behalf of all beneficiaries. It is recommended to consult with a legal professional for guidance in this situation.
Individuals can sue a hospital for wrongful death. Depending on each state's statute, family members who are usually entitled to pursue legal action are spouses, next of kin, and children.
The Goldman family did not bring suit based on a loss of income - it was based on the charge of Simpson causing the Wrongful Death of Ronald Goldman.
Yes you can sue for wrongful suit or virtually anything where someone has done you damage. Keep track of your damages, time spent dealing with this and the emotional distress that goes with it making you unable to focus on your normal work damages can add up.
No. How can you sue someone if you're dead? Your heirs could file a wrongful death lawsuit.
You need to consult an attorney. You can likely sue the county, but many government entities have protective caps or limits on maximum liability payments.Yes of course. Wrongful death happens in many counties in the United States. If negligence of county personnel results in a wrongful death, then it is most likely that you have a strong case against the county.
Whether or not there is a basis for a wrongful death suit depends upon many factors, so "should" is really not the question. For example, most states have statutes (laws) that specify the capacities of people who can sue for the wrongful death of another, and a big factor would be whether or not you were dependent upon your father for financial support. If you were, all other things being equal, you would have measurable damages. Another factor to consider is whether the wrongdoer had auto insurance or has other assets from which recovery can be made.
Anyone can sue for wrongful arrest anywhere including Indiana. It is best to get an attorney that has been successful in the past with these types of cases.
If the suit has not been satisfied, you'll need to sue the estate.
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Yes, an adult child can sue for the wrongful death of a parent in Florida. The state's wrongful death statute allows certain family members, including adult children, to bring a lawsuit seeking damages for the loss of their parent if the death was caused by someone else's negligence or wrongful act. However, the specific requirements and procedures for filing a wrongful death claim in Florida should be discussed with a qualified attorney.