What is a wrongful death claim in South Carolina?
September 3, 2024 – Paul Hammack
A wrongful death claim in South Carolina is a legal action brought by the surviving family members of a person who died due to the negligence, recklessness, or intentional act of another party. Evidence to support such a claim may demonstrate important factors such as impairment by alcohol, medical negligence, or other elements, and the plaintiff ultimately must show that the defendant’s act(s) of carelessness caused the fatal injury to the decedent. The purpose of a wrongful death claim is to seek just compensation for the losses suffered by the surviving family members due to their loved one’s untimely death, which may be determined through negotiation and settlement.
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