After a person has been killed due to someone else’s negligence or recklessness, the family may decide to file a lawsuit through a Camp Lejeune attorney. Financial compensation cannot bring the loved one back, of course, but the immediate relatives may need the money for expenses connected with the incident.
Settlements and Court Awards
These cases typically take a long time to resolve and often proceed to trial. A Camp Lejeune attorney first attempts to negotiate a settlement with the insurer or other responsible party. If this proves impossible, going to court and allowing a jury to decide for or against the plaintiff is the next step. The jury also may award a different amount than the lawyer and client request.
Because of the time frame, families will not receive a fast payout. Nevertheless, when they do receive a settlement or court award, they can still pay expenses related to the wrongful death incident and other costs of living.
Compensation Usage
The family may be able to replenish savings that they tapped for medical bills and funeral expenses. There may have been a high co-pay and deductible with the health insurance. If the family accumulated debt because of these costs, they can use the money to pay off the obligations.
If the deceased individual contributed to the family’s income, the money can replace a portion or all of the expected future earnings. They could save it and use it as needed or pay off a major expense like a home mortgage.
