Free Case Evaluation | Available 24/7

INITIAL CONSULTATIONS ARE FREE.

When someone’s negligence or misconduct rips your loved one from your life, you should not have to worry about the financial burdens that often follow a sudden and unexpected death. South Carolina law gives the victim’s family the right to pursue compensation against the party responsible for their loved one’s tragic death through a wrongful death action. The compassionate wrongful death lawyers at Stewart Law Offices can help you pursue maximum compensation against the liable party and seek justice for your loved one.

Workers' Compensation

Wrongful Death

Tractor Trailer Accident

Wrongful Death

Having your loved one or family member die because of someone else’s negligence is overwhelming. The emotional loss is huge, but so is the financial hardship your family faces and the need for accountability. If the unthinkable has happened, you need a compassionate and dedicated wrongful death lawyer who will fight for your rights and demand justice.

At Stewart Law Offices, our seasoned attorneys can guide you through every step of your lawsuit. We will fight for the compensation you deserve while you and your family focus on grieving, healing, and moving forward after such a monumental loss. Contact our office today to get started with a free, no-obligation consultation. You pay nothing unless we recover money in your wrongful death claim*.

In a successful wrongful death claim, the following types of compensation may be recoverable:

In some cases, punitive damages could be awarded if willful behavior, malicious conduct, or particularly egregious acts resulted in a loved one’s death. These awards are intended to punish the defendant for particularly harmful behavior and serve as a means of deterring similar actions in the future.

When you meet with a wrongful death lawyer from Stewart Law Offices, we can evaluate your claim and handle the complex process of seeking full and fair compensation on your behalf.

Understanding the different types of truck accidents is essential when determining cause and liability after a collision with a commercial truck. The following are common types of truck accidents:

If the person responsible for your loved one’s death is found not guilty in a criminal trial related to the accident or incident, you may still pursue a wrongful death lawsuit against them.

A wrongful death case is separate and distinct from a criminal homicide case, even though both can arise because of the same person’s death. In a criminal homicide case, the government tries to prove that someone unlawfully caused another person’s death. If that person is found guilty, they could go to jail or face other punishments. A guilty verdict in a criminal case requires proof beyond a reasonable doubt, which is the highest standard of proof.

In a civil wrongful death case, the surviving family members or the personal representative of the deceased’s estate sue to get money for their losses. The standard of proof for civil cases isn’t as strict; you only need to show that it’s more likely than not that your claims are true. While the defendant can be found not guilty in a criminal case, they can still lose a civil case because of the differences in the required standards of proof.

Surviving families have a short window for filing a wrongful death lawsuit. Depending on where the accident happened, you could have as much as three years or as little as one year to file a lawsuit against the liable party(-ies). Your deadline could be significantly shorter if your accident involved government entities or if medical malpractice was a factor.

If you miss any of these deadlines, the court could refuse to hear your case, and you could lose your right to seek compensation for your loss. This is why getting in touch with Stewart Law Offices as soon as possible is crucial. Our lawyers can determine how much time you have to file a lawsuit based on who could be responsible. We also must investigate the accident, consult with experts, and use the information we gather to draft a compelling argument.

A wrongful death lawsuit may be initiated only by specific parties. This typically includes the following:

• The deceased’s surviving spouse or domestic partner and surviving children.
• In situations with no direct descendants, other parties entitled to inherit under particular intestate succession laws can sue. This could include spouses, partners, parents, or siblings.
• Those who were financially dependent on the deceased may also file wrongful death lawsuits. This could include a putative spouse (a person who believes in good faith that they were married to the deceased), children, stepchildren, minors in the deceased’s household, or parents.
• The personal representative of the deceased’s estate can file a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of any of these parties.

"I'd highly recommend Stewart Law Offices for their outstanding hard work and dedication to each and every person they come in contact with. I really appreciate how they went above and beyond for my case!! If I could rate them on a scale it'd be 10 out of 10!”

I definitely would recommend Stewart Law Offices. They handled my case promptly and professionally, and they did it with a welcoming smile and attitude. Very friendly and down to earth. Keep up the great work.”

– Elexis Davis

– Sherry Miller

A skilled wrongful death lawyer from Stewart Law Offices can help you by:

• Investigating your loved one’s death to identify all responsible parties and find relevant evidence
• Calculating and demanding maximum compensation for you and your family
• Retaining expert witnesses to assess the evidence and testify on your behalf
• Communicating with opposing counsel, court officials, and other parties involved in the case
• Negotiating with the insurance carrier(s) for full and fair compensation
• Advising you on whether to accept a settlement offer or take the matter to trial
• Preparing and filing all court and legal documents to initiate a lawsuit if necessary
• Representing you in court and trying your case before a judge and jury
• Never charging you anything unless we win your wrongful death claim*

Dealing with losing a loved one due to a wrongful death incident is a difficult and trying experience. You should not have to go through it alone. Instead of struggling with a complex legal claim, allow Stewart Law Offices to help you.

Since 1995, our team of dedicated attorneys has provided accident victims with compassion, personal attention, and understanding in their hour of need. Every client matters to us, and we try to make sure none of them ever feels alone.

Let our law firm carry the weight of your wrongful death claim, honor your loved one’s life, and fight for the justice you and your family deserve. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.

*Aggregate amount recovered for all clients. Case results vary. Prior results do not guarantee any future outcomes. Listed results are before deduction of fees and costs; after recovery is made, attorney fees will be computed before deduction of incurred expenses.