Nothing prepares you for the sudden loss of a loved one especially when it was preventable. Whether your family member was killed in a crash on I-520, a workplace incident in Edgefield County, or due to medical negligence in Aiken, you may have the legal right to seek justice through a wrongful death claim.
At Ted Law Firm, we help families in North Augusta, Belvedere, Aiken, and throughout Aiken and Edgefield Counties take action. We handle the legal burden so you can focus on what matters most to you and your family.
What Is a Wrongful Death Claim?
A wrongful death case arises when a person dies due to someone else’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional conduct.
We handle wrongful death claims involving:
- Car, truck, or motorcycle accidents
- Drunk or distracted driving crashes
- Fatal workplace and construction accidents
- Medical malpractice and birth injuries
- Dangerous products or unsafe property conditions
These civil claims are filed by the personal representative of the deceased’s estate, but compensation goes to the surviving family.
Who Can Recover Compensation?
In South Carolina, wrongful death compensation is awarded to surviving family members, including:
- The spouse and children of the deceased
- The parents, if there is no spouse or child
- Legal heirs, if no close family survives
We’ll help you understand your rights and navigate this process with care.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
While no legal case can undo your loss, a wrongful death claim can provide financial support and accountability.
Compensation may include:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Medical costs from the final injury or illness
- Loss of the deceased’s income and financial support
- Loss of companionship, guidance, and care
- Mental anguish and emotional suffering
- Punitive damages (in cases of gross negligence or criminal behavior)
We work with financial and medical experts to calculate the full extent of your loss, and fight to make sure your family is treated fairly.
Why You Need a Lawyer for a Wrongful Death Case
These cases are complex and emotionally charged. You’ll be dealing with insurance companies, potentially multiple defendants, and legal deadlines.
At Ted Law Firm, we handle:
- Estate coordination and probate requirements
- Investigation of the cause of death
- Identification of all liable parties
- Negotiation with insurance companies
- Litigation in court, if necessary
We protect your claim while you focus on your family.
Talk to a North Augusta Wrongful Death Lawyer Today
If someone else’s negligence led to your loved one’s death, you don’t have to face the legal process alone. Let us help your family pursue justice. 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 Mrtyle 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.
