Losing a loved one is always devastating—but when their death is caused by someone else’s negligence, the grief is compounded by a sense of injustice. 💔
Whether it’s a car crash, workplace accident, medical error, or defective product, North Carolina law allows surviving family members to pursue justice through a wrongful death claim.
At Burts Law, PLLC, we help grieving families hold the responsible parties accountable and fight for the compensation they deserve.
🕊️ What Is a Wrongful Death Claim?
A wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit filed when a person’s death is caused by:
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🚗 A car, truck, or motorcycle accident
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🏥 Medical malpractice or negligence
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🏗️ Unsafe workplace or construction accidents
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🧸 Defective products
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💣 Criminal acts, such as shootings or assaults
It allows survivors to seek compensation for financial losses, emotional suffering, and more—separate from any criminal charges that may be filed.
👨👩👧 Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the personal representative (executor or administrator) of the deceased person’s estate is the only person who can file the claim.
This person may be:
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Named in the decedent’s will
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Appointed by the court if there’s no will
They file the lawsuit on behalf of the beneficiaries, which can include:
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👩❤️👨 The surviving spouse
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👶 Children (including adopted children)
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👵 Parents
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👨👩👧 Other close relatives if there are no surviving immediate family members
📝 The personal representative doesn’t keep the money for themselves—the damages go to the heirs or beneficiaries under NC law.
🧾 What Can Be Recovered in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
A wrongful death claim can help recover compensation for:
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🧺 Medical expenses related to the injury
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⚰️ Funeral and burial costs
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💵 Loss of the deceased’s income and benefits
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🧠 Emotional pain and suffering of the family
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🧒 Loss of companionship, guidance, and support
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⏳ Pain and suffering of the deceased before death
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💔 Punitive damages, in cases of willful or reckless conduct
💡 Compensation helps families regain financial stability and gain closure—while holding negligent parties accountable.
⏳ Time Limit to File in North Carolina
North Carolina gives you 2 years from the date of death to file a wrongful death claim.
❗ Waiting too long can mean losing your right to recover. That’s why you should speak with a wrongful death attorney as soon as possible.
👨⚖️ Why Choose Burts Law, PLLC?
At Burts Law, PLLC, we treat every wrongful death case with the care and compassion it deserves. We’ll help you:
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Determine who can file
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Identify all sources of liability (people, companies, insurers)
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Calculate long-term financial losses
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Handle the legal process while you focus on healing
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Fight for maximum compensation
📞 Call (866) BURTS-LAW or visit 🌐 🌐 Visit: www.burtslaw-nc.com for a free, compassionate consultation.
