Every state has  a civil "wrongful death statute," or set of statutes, which establish  the procedures for bringing wrongful death actions. An action for  wrongful death belongs to certain persons identified by statute. In  most states, such persons will include the decedent's immediate family  members, such as surviving spouses and children, and parents or siblings.

When dealing with the very sensitive nature of Utah wrongful death claims it is important to have competent, experienced, sensitive counsel representing your interests. The types of damages you may be entitled to can include, but are not limited to:

• medical and funeral expenses
• loss of anticipated earnings
• pain and suffering of the surviving family members
• loss of companionship
• loss of medical benefits
• loss of pension benefits
• punitive damages

Like all laws in Utah, there is a statute of limitations that limits the time an estate has to file a lawsuit for wrongful death or else it will be barred. That time limit depends on whom and what caused the wrongful death. For these and many other reasons, it is best to seek legal advice as soon as possible as any delay could cause you to lose your rights to recover forever.

Contact us or call us at (801)333-7300 today. There is no obligation, consultations are free, and you will speak with an attorney, not a paralegal.

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