Wrongful Death attorney will claim under Oregon Wrongful Death Statutes the following damages:
Payments for medical costs that were administered before the victim died
Funeral and burial expenses
Loss of future income for those who were financially dependent upon the deceased. This is an estimated amount and requires testimony from an expert economist.
Compensation to the spouse and children
Loss of companionship, loss of care, love, guidance, and advice
Punitive damages are possible if it is proven that the conduct leading to the death was reckless. These damages are designed to punish reckless behavior. They usually are awarded in cases where the judge or jury wants to ‘send a message’ that extremely reckless behavior will not be tolerated in Oregon. DUI cases where the driver was well over the legal limit of .08 BAC is one type of case where punitive damages could apply. Punitive damages can be awarded in a wrongful death action even if there has been a criminal conviction for the homicide case.
How Do You Prove Economic Damages After Wrongful Death In Oregon?
Past Tax Returns
Health Insurance Benefits
Charitable Contributions
Employment records and earnings
Education records
Employee benefits
Past medical records
How Do You Prove Non-Economic Damages After Wrongful Death In Oregon?
Through family members and friends
With help from doctors and economists
Through co-workers and bosses
Hobbies, photos, videos, posts, etc
“I don’t have much money to pay for lawyers but I need to know if I can start a wrongful death claim. Where do I get more information?”
Wrongful Death Attorney Bart Herron at Herron Law Firm
Many good wrongful death lawyers offer Free Case Evaluation or Free Consultation. Contact any good attorney, including our wrongful death lawyer Bart Herron by calling or texting your questions to 503-367-0829.
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