The unexpected death of a loved one is a tragic experience that can leave your family emotionally and financially devastated.
The emotional pain can be particularly severe if the death was caused by the negligence of another.
The last thing on you or your family's mind at such a tragic time is how to recover monetary damages or how a lawsuit may prevent similar tragedies caused by an irresponsible party from occurring again to others.
Unfortunately, when it comes to wrongful death lawsuits, time is of the essence.
Wrongful death claims can be complicated and take time to develop, evidence may need to be preserved as soon as possible.
Furthermore, each state has different statutes of limitations or time periods within which you must file a wrongful death claim to recover damages.
Some states allow for this time period to begin when the cause of death was discovered rather than when the death took place.
But not acting in time may cause you and your family further emotional and financial difficulties at a time when you can least afford it.
If you suspect that your loved one's death was a result of the negligence of another, you should promptly consult with an experienced wrongful death attorney who will take immediate action to help you recover from your losses.
Your attorney must also be experienced in the wrongful death laws that may be particular to the area in which your loved one passed away.
The statute of limitations for wrongful death claims in Maine is two years from the time of death.
If your loved one passed away, and you believe it is the fault of another party, contact an experienced wrongful death attorney.