What types of damages are recoverable in wrongful death cases?

You may be able to recover three types of damages: economic, non-economic, and punitive.

Economic damages: In these types of damages, you may recover for:

·         Medical and funeral expenses connected to the death

·         Loss of the victim's expected earnings

·         Loss of benefits, such as pension plans or medical coverage

·         Loss of an inheritance caused by the untimely death

Non-economic damages: You may be to recover damages for:

·         Mental anguish or pain and suffering

·         Loss of the care, protection, guidance, advice, training, and nurturing from the deceased

·         Loss of love, society, and companionship from the deceased

·         Loss of consortium from a deceased spouse

Punitive damages: These damages are awarded to punish the defendant for especially bad conduct.