Claiming compensation for emotional damages in a wrongful death case can be complex, as it often involves demonstrating the depth of the loss and the impact it has had on the lives of the victim’s survivors.
When you are seeking to establish emotional damages, you are asking for compensation for noneconomic losses, including grief, sorrow, loss of companionship and mental anguish resulting from the death of a loved one. Nonetheless, while intangible losses are difficult to prove, it is still possible.
Gathering comprehensive evidence
To build a strong case for emotional damages, it is essential to gather comprehensive evidence, which includes the following:
- Testimonies from family and friends: Personal accounts from you, other family members, relatives and friends can illustrate the relationship the deceased have had with you and the emotional toll the loss has taken on you.
- Expert testimony: Mental health professionals can provide expert opinions on the psychological impact the death has had on you and other surviving family. They can also discuss the typical symptoms and long-term effects of grief and trauma.
- Journals or diaries: Written records you or others have kept that document your emotional state over time can serve as a tangible account of your pain and suffering.
- Photos and videos: Visual evidence of the deceased’s life and their interactions with you and the other surviving family can help convey the significance of your loss.
While these evidences do not guarantee success, they can help you increase your chances of receiving compensation for the emotional pain you have suffered.
Pursue relief from your financial woes
No amount of compensation can replace the pain and wave of emotions you feel for losing a loved one in a wrongful death. Nonetheless, receiving monetary damages can help you reduce the financial distress you are also facing.
By understanding how you can make a persuasive claim for emotional damages, you can move forward confidently with pursuing your loved one’s wrongful death case. All of this is possible through extensive research and the guidance of a legal professional.
