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A claim for wrongful death makes the assertion someone has died as a result of the negligence or actions of someone else, and the survivors of the victim are entitled to monetary compensation because of the death.

Monetary damages in a wrongful death claim may include compensation for medical and hospital expenses, funeral and burial expenses and compensation for the deceased's pain and suffering prior to death. The survivors may claim compensation for loss of financial support, loss of companionship and pain and suffering due to the absence of the deceased.

A wrongful death can result from a car accident, a criminal assault, medical malpractice, the use of a defective product or pharmaceutical or a death from a slip and fall injury. An experienced wrongful death attorney will be able to obtain the information necessary to advance your case, such as medical evidence, police reports and expert testimony.

Every state has statute of limitations laws that differ. That time usually varies from one to three years. Wrongful death laws are very complex, every wrongful death case is unique and must be fully examined in detail and investigated thoroughly by professionals.

If you live in Las Vegas, Nevada or the surrounding area and someone you love has died due to the negligence or actions of someone else, please contact an experienced wrongful death lawyer at The Cochran Firm's Las Vegas, Nevada office today to schedule a confidential consultation at no cost to you to protect your rights.

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