A GUIDE TO SOUTH CAROLINA

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MILLION

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98,000

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37,455

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37,991

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HOW WRONGFUL DEATH OCCURS

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A wrongful death is one caused by the deliberate, reckless or negligent actions of another.

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Motorcycle vehicle accidents Truck Accidents Motorcycle Accidents Pedestrian Accident DUI Medical Malpractice

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Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect Workplace Accidents Slip & Falls Premises Liabilities Dangerous Products

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WHO CAN FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM?

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Surviving family members such as a spouse, child, or parent can seek damages by filing a wrongful death claim.

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An executor named in the estate plan of the deceased person can also file a claim according to South Carolina law.

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WHEN TO FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

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The Statute of Limitations for a South Carolina wrongful death claim is

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Missing the deadline to file a claim can prevent the family from ever being able to recover damages.

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The investigation & preparation involved with filing a claim is a long process.

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WHAT IS SURVIVAL ACTION?

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The executor or administrator can also file a survival action in conjunction with a wrongful death claim in South Carolina.

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This allows the estate to recover damages on behalf of the recently deceased person who suffered as a result of the negligent actions before they died.

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WHAT DAMAGES CAN YOU RECOVER?

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Loss of income & benefits Loss of security Loss of companionship & love Loss of parental guidance Loss of household contributions Mental anguish Punitive damages

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Contact our wrongful death attorneys and we will assess your case at no cost to you.

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A GUIDE TO SOUTH CAROLINA

Wrongful Death

MILLION

doctors' office visits for unintentional injuries every year.

39.5

There are

98,000

fatal medical errors

EVERY YEAR, ON AVERAGE, THERE ARE:

37,455

fatal slips and falls

EVERY YEAR, ON AVERAGE, THERE ARE:

37,991

motor vehicle deaths

EVERY YEAR, ON AVERAGE, THERE ARE:

HOW WRONGFUL DEATH OCCURS

A wrongful death is one caused by the deliberate, reckless or negligent actions of another.

Motorcycle vehicle accidents Truck Accidents Motorcycle Accidents Pedestrian Accident DUI Medical Malpractice

WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIMS ARE OFTEN RELATED TO:

Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect Workplace Accidents Slip & Falls Premises Liabilities Dangerous Products

WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIMS ARE OFTEN RELATED TO:

WHO CAN FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM?

Surviving family members such as a spouse, child, or parent can seek damages by filing a wrongful death claim.

An executor named in the estate plan of the deceased person can also file a claim according to South Carolina law.

WHEN TO FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

The Statute of Limitations for a South Carolina wrongful death claim is

YEARS

Missing the deadline to file a claim can prevent the family from ever being able to recover damages.

The investigation & preparation involved with filing a claim is a long process.

Therefore, it's important to act quickly & contact an attorney ASAP.

WHAT IS SURVIVAL ACTION?

The executor or administrator can also file a survival action in conjunction with a wrongful death claim in South Carolina.

This allows the estate to recover damages on behalf of the recently deceased person who suffered as a result of the negligent actions before they died.

WHAT DAMAGES CAN YOU RECOVER?

Loss of income & benefits Loss of security Loss of companionship & love Loss of parental guidance Loss of household contributions Mental anguish Punitive damages

TYPES OF RECOVERY

Contact our wrongful death attorneys and we will assess your case at no cost to you.

GET THE COMPENSATION YOU DESERVE

GET THE FIRM BEHIND YOU

With Steinberg Law Firm, you have a team of lawyers who have helped thousands of injured workers get the benefits they deserve.

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