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How Much Is the Average Settlement for a Wrongful Death in Ohio?

How Much Is the Average Settlement for a Wrongful Death in Ohio?
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Because there are many factors involved in determining the damages awarded in a wrongful death case in Ohio, there is no “average” settlement.

Factors That Can Affect the Value of a Wrongful Death Settlement

There may not be an average settlement for a wrongful death in Ohio, but several factors can affect what you can recover:

  • The age of the victim
  • Whether the victim was the sole or partial support of their household
  • The victim’s past earnings, what their future earnings could have been
  • What economic damage the victim’s family suffered
  • The jury’s perception of the victim’s life in terms of whether their relationship with friends, family, and the general public was generally positive or negative
  • How painful the grieving process is for family and loved ones
  • The amount of available insurance coverage
  • The jury’s perception of the person or entity responsible for the victim’s death

For a free legal consultation, call (614) 538-1116

Compensation You May Be Eligible to Recover in a Wrongful Death Settlement

There are several types of damages you may be able to recover for losses that you suffered.

  • Lost financial support
  • Loss of services
  • Loss of the society of the decedent
  • Loss of inheritance
  • Loss of consortium
  • Funeral and burial expenses
  • Mental anguish

Survival Actions

The personal representative of the decedent can also file what is called a survival action. A survival action allows the estate to recover damages that occurred between when the negligent act occurred that caused the victim’s death to the time the victim died. Damages could include medical expenses and the deceased person’s physical and mental pain and suffering, and lost wages.

Related: Bressman Law Releases eBook "The Top Ten Most Frequently Asked Questions for Your Ohio Auto Accident Case"

We Handle All Types of Wrongful Death Cases

A wrongful death can result from any negligent or intentional action that causes injury. We handle many types of wrongful death cases, including:

Auto Accidents

Auto accidents are a common cause of wrongful death. This also includes bicycle accidents and pedestrian accidents. We can help you determine which party caused the accident that took the life of your loved one and hold them liable for your losses.

Commercial Truck Accidents

We also accept truck accident cases. Depending on the case, we might hold both a truck driver and the trucking company liable for your loved one’s death. They can be responsible if they fail to obey state regulations, improperly load the truck, fail to maintain appropriate weight limits, and drive for longer periods of time than legally allowed.

Workplace Accidents

Any workplace can be dangerous. If your loved one suffered fatal injuries in a workplace accident, we may be able to hold the responsible party liable. While you cannot sue an employer for injuries, you can recover compensation if a third party was liable.

Product Liability

Many states have product liability laws that hold product designers, manufacturers, retailers, and others responsible for defective or dangerous products. If there is a design flaw or defect in the development and manufacturing of the product and someone is killed, the responsible parties can be liable in a wrongful death suit.

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Related: Can I Sue For Loss Of Wages Caused By My Ohio Car Accident?

When to Bring a Wrongful Death Suit

The statute of limitations in a wrongful death suit in Ohio is generally two years from the date of the deceased person’s death. However, there are certain circumstances that may modify the way the statute of limitations runs. An attorney will be able to determine your eligibility to bring a wrongful death suit for your specific circumstances.

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Related: Do Truck Companies Have Full Insurance Coverage In Ohio For Trucking Accidents?

Call Bressman Law Today

If someone you love has passed as a result of the negligence or bad behavior of another person or entity, you can file a wrongful death claim for compensation. Call Bressman Law at (614) 538-1116 for a no-cost consultation and case review. Let us work toward the justice you deserve in your unique and complex case, keeping in mind that there is no average settlement for a wrongful death in Ohio.

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