How will a wrongful death settlement be divided?

The circumstances surrounding a wrongful death case may determine how the settlement ends up being divided between family members. If a case ends up going to trial, the court will decide how the money gets divided between family members. The court will take into account how each member is affected by the death of the victim. The court will consider if there are minor children involved and if a spouse is left with no source of income following the death.

If the case is settled out of court, then your attorney will be able to help you understand the allocation of the settlement.

If adult beneficiaries are not agreeable to compensation divisions, each individual may wish to hire separate attorneys to pursue claims against the responsible party. An experienced wrongful death attorney can help you determine which options may be right for your circumstances.