Fargo Wrongful Death

A surviving spouse, surviving parent, surviving grandparent, surviving children, personal representative, or person who was in primary physical custody of the deceased prior to any wrongful act may bring a wrongful death claim under North Dakota law.

If you live in Fargo, Sidney, Williston, Watford City, Dickinson, Minot or the surrounding areas, call Attorney James Shaw with Carabin Shaw Law Firm for a free initial consultation at 800-862-1260 to find out how he can help.

Emotional distress, physical impairment, pain and suffering, inconvenience, mental anguish, illness, loss of society, consortium and companionship, disfigurement, fear of injury, loss, or illness, humiliation, injury to reputation, and other non-pecuniary damages could be recovered. The type and amount of damages available depends on certain factors and varies by case.

Wrongful death is a civil action where the person bringing the case is seeking monetary damages. A judge or jury trial will determine the amount the heirs of the decedent will receive. Funeral costs, expenses related to medical care that arose prior to death, loss of income/earnings/support, and other monetary losses are other examples of some damages that may be pursued.

Attorney Shaw knows North Dakota Wrongful Death law and he will make sure you are ready to provide the court any and all evidence it may need in making its decision. You may not get the compensation you deserve by law without adequate legal representation.

A lawyer is essential to help you decipher what you can receive under the law, the amount available, and to help you obtain the proof you need for court because this is a civil case that relies on evidence for determination of monetary award.

Wrongful death can occur in many situations. Medical Malpractice, Abuse by a caregiver, motor vehicle accidents, commercial product failure and workplace accidents are only a few examples

An accident that results in a wrongful death is a tragedy for everyone. A skilled and knowledgeable lawyer is essential to get adequate compensation for the expenses related to the victim’s death. Call Attorney James Shaw with Carabin Shaw Law Firm at 800-862-1260 to ensure you have suitable representation to help you pursue your civil case.