Massachusetts Personal Injury Library
What is My Wrongful Death Case Worth in Massachusetts? (Part B)
(…continued from “What is My Wrongful Death Case Worth in Massachusetts? (Part A)“)
There are cases when there is no data available that will indicate past earnings of a deceased victim.
Some examples of such cases are:
- a person in their second year of law school
- an intern or apprentice in a machine shop
- a high school or college graduate searching for their first job
- a person who had been admitted to a police academy but had not yet begun their training
When all of the compensatory damages are computed, they must then be converted into their present value. This principle is based on the theory that money in the future is actually worth more than an equal amount in the present. Present value is determined with the help of a present value table.
Punitive Damages in Massachusetts
Arguably, the most lucrative type of wrongful death compensation are what is referred to as punitive damages. These are awarded when a jury feels that reckless, willful, malicious, or wanton actions led to the death of an individual.
Punitive damages are designed to punish defendants for their conduct and to help assure that such incidents do not occur in the future.
Contacting a Wrongful Death Attorney
During this difficult time, it’s important to have the best possible legal representation on your side to fight for your rights and help your family seek the justice they deserve for your loved one’s untimely passing. An experienced Boston wrongful death attorney can talk to you about the specifics of your case to determine what your wrongful death claim is worth and help you file for damages.
Attorney Tom Kiley, of the personal injury law firm Kiley Law Group, takes time when speaking with you about your case, and works with you on a contingent fee basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained wrongful death lawyers wins your case.
Call now to schedule a FREE evaluation of your case: 1-888-208-1695.
