Beaufort Wrongful Death Lawyer

Discuss Your Family’s Situation with Beaufort Wrongful Death Attorney Luke Paulick in Confidence 

If your loved one has been wrongfully killed due to someone's negligence in Beaufort, call Luke today at (843) 379-3285 for a free consultation. We will fight for your justice!

Coping with the sudden loss of a loved one is one of the worst situations imaginable. You never expect it to happen to you; and, when it does, there is no way you can possibly be prepared. As a Beaufort wrongful death lawyer, these are facts that Luke Paulick knows all too well, and these are among the main reasons why Luke is so passionate about helping families in this scenario. 

Compensation in a Wrongful Death Case 

In wrongful death cases, financial compensation is the best our legal system has to offer. The unfortunate reality is that losing a loved one can have significant financial costs—in addition to drastically impacting surviving loved ones’ day-to-day lives. Filing a wrongful death claim also helps ensure that the at-fault party is held accountable, and this can help reduce the risk that the same mistake will happen again. 

Financial compensation in wrongful death cases falls into two main categories: economic damages and non-economic damages. 

Economic Damages

Economic damages compensate eligible family members for the out-of-pocket costs they incur as a result of their loved one’s untimely passing. While the specific economic damages that are available in any particular case depend on the circumstances involved, the types of damages that are generally available include compensation for:

• Medical expenses prior to the victim’s death 
• Funeral and interment expenses 
• Loss of income and benefits 
• Loss of inheritance 
• Other financial losses resulting from the victim’s untimely passing

Non-Economic Damages 

Non-economic damages are intended to compensate eligible family members for all of the other ways that the loss of their loved one negatively impacts their lives. In wrongful death cases, non-economic damages are often far greater than economic damages, and they generally provide compensation for losses such as: 

• Mental anguish 
• Loss of companionship
• Loss of consortium
• Loss of services and support
• Loss of enjoyment of life 

How Do You Prove a Wrongful Death Claim in South Carolina? 

Regardless of how much eligible family members are entitled to recover, filing a successful wrongful death claim starts with proving the cause of the victim’s death. Even if there is no question what happened, families still need to be able to prove what happened and who (or what company) is responsible. 

Proving a wrongful death claim in South Carolina starts with conducting a thorough investigation. Ideally, this investigation will take place as soon after the fatal accident as possible. While gathering evidence at the scene of the accident is generally the first step, it may be necessary to collect evidence from a variety of other sources as well. For example, proving a wrongful death claim often involves: 

• Talking to eye-witnesses and obtaining photos or videos of the accident scene 
• Obtaining traffic camera or surveillance camera footage of the accident 
• Obtaining phone records, receipts, or other documents from the at-fault party 
• Hiring engineers, forensics specialists, or other experts to examine the evidence 
• Hiring an accident reconstructionist to piece together the events leading up to the fatal accident 

What is the Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death Claims in South Carolina? 

Under South Carolina law, the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims is typically three years from the date of death. This means that eligible family members usually have up to three years to file a lawsuit in court. 

But, while you may have up to three years to assert your family’s legal rights, it is still important that you speak with a Beaufort wrongful death lawyer right away. Taking action promptly can be important, particularly when it comes to investigating and proving the cause of death. Of course, taking action promptly will help ensure that you and your family can begin moving forward as soon as possible as well; and, while it can be difficult to get started, the first step is simply to schedule a free consultation. 

How Luke Can Help

When you schedule a free consultation, Beaufort wrongful death attorney Luke Paulick will sit down with you one-on-one to discuss your family’s situation in complete confidence. You are under no obligation to move forward with filing a claim—this is simply your opportunity to ensure that you are making informed decisions. As your attorney, Luke will: 

• Answer your questions about your family’s legal rights or the process of hiring a Beaufort wrongful death lawyer 
• Explain what you need to know about filing a wrongful death claim in South Carolina 
• Learn about your family’s circumstances and the events surrounding your loved one’s untimely death 
• Help you make informed decisions about your next steps, including whether to file a wrongful death claim
• If you decide to move forward, handle your family’s wrongful death claim while keeping you updated, informed, and involved as necessary 

Schedule a Free Consultation with Beaufort Wrongful Death Lawyer Luke Paulick Today

Do you have questions about your family’s legal rights? If so, we invite you to get in touch. Please call 843-379-3285 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with Beaufort wrongful death attorney Luke Paulick today.