Losing a family member is devastating especially when that loss could have been prevented. Whether your loved one was killed in a car accident on Interstate 85, a workplace incident in Boiling Springs, or due to a medical error at a Spartanburg hospital, you deserve answers, accountability, and compensation for the emotional and financial toll.
At Ted Law Firm, we help families in Spartanburg, Duncan, and across Upstate South Carolina file wrongful death claims after a fatal accident caused by negligence. We handle the legal burden, so you can focus on mourning and healing.
What Is a Wrongful Death Claim?
A wrongful death occurs when someone dies as a result of another person’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional act. These claims are civil lawsuits that provide surviving family members with financial compensation for their losses.
Common causes of wrongful death in Spartanburg include:
- Car, truck, or motorcycle accidents
- Drunk driving or distracted driving crashes
- Workplace injuries or construction site accidents
- Medical malpractice or hospital negligence
- Fatal pedestrian or bicycle collisions
- Defective products or equipment
- Nursing home neglect or abuse
We investigate what happened, determine liability, and pursue maximum compensation on behalf of the family.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in South Carolina?
In South Carolina, a personal representative of the deceased person’s estate must file the claim on behalf of the surviving family members. This representative is often appointed in probate court and may be a spouse, adult child, or parent.
Those who may recover damages include:
- The spouse and children of the deceased
- The parents, if there is no spouse or child
- The heirs of the estate, in the absence of direct family
We can guide you through the legal and probate process with compassion and clarity.
What Damages Can Be Recovered?
A wrongful death lawsuit may result in compensation for both economic and non-economic losses, including:
- Medical expenses related to the fatal injury
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of the deceased person’s income and benefits
- Loss of companionship, guidance, and support
- Emotional distress and grief suffered by family members
- Pain and suffering endured by the deceased before passing (through a survival claim)
In cases involving gross negligence or intentional harm, punitive damages may also be awarded.
How We Help Injury Victims and Their Families
At Ted Law Firm, we know how hard it is to process a tragedy while dealing with legal and financial pressures. That’s why we take over the case from start to finish, so your family can focus on what matters most.
We will:
- Investigate the cause of death and gather all necessary evidence
- Identify all responsible individuals, businesses, or institutions
- Work with medical and economic experts to value the full impact of your loss
- File all legal documents and manage court deadlines
- Negotiate a settlement or take the case to trial if necessary
We treat every wrongful death case with the compassion it deserves, and the aggressive advocacy it demands.
Don’t Wait South Carolina Has a Three-Year Deadline
In most cases, you have three years from the date of your loved one’s death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. However, claims involving government agencies or specific circumstances may have shorter deadlines. The sooner you contact a lawyer, the more time we have to preserve evidence and build a strong case.
Talk to a Spartanburg Wrongful Death Lawyer Today
Don’t wait to get legal help. South Carolina’s statute of limitations gives you limited time to file a personal injury claim. Evidence fades, and the insurance company has already started building their case you should too. Call Ted Law Firm today to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation.We work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we win your case. Contact us today for a free consultation, or stop by one of our conveniently located South Carolina offices in Charleston, Greenville, Columbia, Aiken, or Myrtle Beach so we can discuss your case face-to-face. Remember, you pay nothing unless we win your case, so there is no harm in scheduling a free consultation. You’re in good hands with Ted Law Firm.
