It is natural for those affected by a sudden tragedy to want closure and justice. The Kansas courts can sometimes provide opportunities to achieve these ends for surviving loved ones. In some cases, state prosecutors recognize that criminal choices led to someone's...
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3 things you need to know about wrongful death lawsuits in Kansas
A loved one’s sudden death can leave an irreplaceable void in the lives of the affected friends and family. It doesn’t get any better when the death in question could have been prevented were someone to exercise their duty of care. If a loved one succumbs because of...
Who can sue for wrongful death in Missouri?
Losing a loved one is tragic. However, if a loved one’s death results from another person or entity’s wrongdoing, the tragedy can be even more devastating. Fortunately, Missouri laws allow you to pursue the liable party for the resulting economic and non-economic...
When can a fatal car crash lead to a wrongful death claim?
From minor bruises to broken bones, head and spinal injuries, a car accident has the potential to cause a wide range of injuries. If you sustain an injury following a car accident that is not your fault, you need to hold the negligent party liable through a personal...
NCAA not guilty in wrongful death case
Matthew Gee, a former linebacker with the University of Southern California, died on December 31, 2018. His widow filed a $55 million lawsuit claiming that the NCAA failed to protect him from head injuries. While other athletes have filed similar claims, the lawsuit...
Statutory damages available in wrongful death cases
Once liability has been established in a Kansas wrongful death action, the amount of damages must be determined. Kansas law sets forth six types of damages that may be awarded in a wrongful death action. These are mental anguish, suffering or bereavement, loss of...
What is the damages cap on wrongful death lawsuits?
Losing a loved one to wrongful death can take a toll on you emotionally. If you file a case against the liable party, you should know about the damage cap on wrongful death claims in Kansas. What is a wrongful death claim? A wrongful death occurs when a person dies as...