Wrongful deaths are an unfortunate part of everyday life.

Wrongful death suits may result from automobile accidents, 18-wheeler accidents, drunk driving accidents , motorcycle accidents, boating accidents, offshore and maritime accidents, railroad accidents, chemical exposure, medical malpractice, defective drugs, or other forms of negligence.

The death of a loved one is not the only loss a family suffers in a wrongful death suit. There are many financial obstacles that must be overcome, like funeral and burial costs, incurred debts, mortgage payments, childcare expenses and the loss of potential income by the deceased.

The attorneys at Murphy Law Firm represent families who have lost a loved one due to a wrongful death. The lawyers handle cases throughout Louisiana, including Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Shreveport, Monroe, Alexandria, Hammond, Lake Charles and surrounding areas. 

If you have suffered the loss of a family member due to wrongful death, you do not have to be victim twice. Contact Murphy Law Firm to help you recover damages for your untimely loss of a loved one. (Please note that wrongful death actions and survival actions are governed by different laws, respectively Louisiana Civil Code Article 2315.2 and Louisiana Civil Code Article 2315.1.)