FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS OF INDIANA WRONGFUL DEATH
ATTORNEY LARRY R. JACKSON

The following information includes frequently asked wrongful death questions. The answers stated are general in nature and are not intended to apply to every wrongful death situation. Each case is different and carries its own set of circumstances which must be taken into consideration by competent legal counsel. By contacting the Indiana wrongful death Jackson Law Firm, LLC, you will receive a personal consultation regarding your specific legal claim.

• Under what circumstances can a wrongful death occur?
• What financial compensation can I recover in a wrongful death claim?
• What is Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect?
• How do I know if I need an attorney?
• How much does Attorney Larry R. Jackson charge for wrongful death counsel?

Under what circumstances can a wrongful death occur?

Wrongful Death Law provides financial compensation to the family of a person whose death was caused by the negligent, willful, or wrongful act of another. Wrongful death cases are filed as a result of a variety of situations, including:

• Medical malpractice resulting in decedent's death
  
  
• Neglect or abuse on the part of a nursing home that results in
  decedent's death
  
  
• Automobile, bus, train, airplane or other common carrier fatality accident
  
  
• Occupational exposure to hazardous conditions or substances
  (exposure to asbestos, etc.)
  
  
• Death during a supervised activity (sports tournament, field trip, etc.)

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What financial compensation can I recover in a wrongful death claim?

A wrongful death case alleges that the decedent was killed as a result of the negligence of the defendant, and that the decedent's immediate family members (often called "distributees") are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the defendant's conduct. The most common distributees are surviving spouses and children, and sometimes parents.

Pecuniary (financial) injury is the main way damages in wrongful death cases are awarded. Courts interpret "pecuniary injuries" as including the loss of support, services, lost prospect of inheritance and medical and funeral expenses.

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What is Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect?

The State of Indiana has special laws enacted for the specific purpose of protecting the elderly population (over 65) and dependent adults. These laws were designed to encourage victims and their attorneys to pursue legal cases against all persons or entities that abuse or neglect this vulnerable segment of society. Elder, disabled and dependent adults depend on nursing homes to provide most if not all of their daily care, which includes food, water, medicine, toileting, grooming, social and physical stimulation, as well as regularly being turned in their beds. However, because nursing homes are not sufficiently staffed, and the staff there is generally underpaid, millions of elder and dependent adults are recurrently being neglected and abused. Signs of nursing home abuse and neglect include:

• Bed sores (pressure sores, decubitus ulcers)
• Burns
• Rapid weight loss
• Unexplained bruises
• Emotional withdrawal
• Malnutrition or dehydration
• Heavy sedation
• Inability of caretakers to explain patient's condition

Whether it is a single incident that causes injury or recurrent neglect or abuse, the victim or his/her next of kin has a right to bring claims against the nursing home under the nursing home neglect laws. If the nursing home is found to be negligent or abusive, the victim and/or next of kin will generally be awarded monetary compensation and the nursing home could potentially lose its certification for failing to supply the expected care (leading to a loss of federal funding).

The best prevention of neglect and abuse is attentive family members, who, on an ongoing basis, are aware of the general health of their vulnerable relatives. If you suspect that you or a loved one is or was subject to an abuse or neglect, it is important to report that abuse or neglect right away. Indiana wrongful death Attorney Larry R. Jackson has prosecuted many cases involving wrongful death resulting from nursing home abuse and neglect and provides free consultations. Please contact his office today.

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How do I know if I need an attorney?

If a loved one has lost their life due to wrongful death in Fishers, Indiana, or within the surrounding areas of Indiana , and you are unsure how to legally proceed, consult with an experienced wrongful death attorney as soon as possible. Make sure this is done before you give any official statements or sign papers of any kind. Indiana State laws require filing a lawsuit within a specific period of time. Indiana wrongful death Attorney Larry R. Jackson can advise you on the applicable statute of limitations for your wrongful death case.

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How much does Attorney Larry R. Jackson charge for wrongful death counsel?

The Indiana Jackson Law Firm, LLC, has very competitive prices, which fall within the range of industry standards. Wrongful death Attorney Larry R. Jackson tailors fee arrangements for each client's needs. Due to the nature of law, each case is unique and the Firm has many fee structures to accommodate each client and each client's case based upon:

• Contingency
• Retainer
• Deposits
• Set Fees
• Billable unit rates or any combination of the above

Indiana wrongful death Attorney Larry R. Jackson gives every case individual attention and will work with you to find the best rate plan. There will be no hidden costs. You will be informed of the fees for your case during your first meeting with Indiana medical malpractice Attorney Larry R. Jackson. If you or someone you know in Fishers, Indiana, or within the surrounding cities and counties of Indiana needs the assistance or trusted legal advice of an experienced wrongful death lawyer, please call Attorney Larry R. Jackson of the Jackson Law Firm, LLC, today at 866-435-5809, or complete the contact form provided on this site to begin your free consultation with a skilled Indiana wrongful death lawyer.

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