PK Consultants
Serving families with professional consultations, knowledge & compassion during the difficult times of wrongful death cases since 2000.
Pansy King
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Pansy King - Owner
Dr. Terry Wright - Co-Owner
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Rep. John King, LFD-
CEO
Tracy Lewis, LFD - CFO
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Margie King-Delk
Field Director
Kaylah Reid, MSW
Grief Counselor
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Carla Holmes
Real Estate Consultant
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Iris Sinclair-Depaulo
Consultant
Rachel Callahan
Consultant
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Charlinda J Wilkins
Executive Assistant
Jacqueline Lyles
Community Support
Main Practice Areas
Wrongful Death Cases
- Serving Families
- Funeral Homes
What is wrongful Death?
Wrongful death happens when a person loses their life due to the negligence of another person, company, corporation.
Types of Wrongful Death Cases:
- Motor Vehicle / 18-Wheeler Deaths
- Medical Malpractice Deaths
- Birth Injury Deaths
- Apartment Shooting Deaths
- Gas Station Shooting Deaths
- Work-Place Deaths
Who can file a wrongful death case?
- The personal representative of the estate files a claim on behalf of the family.
- May Vary by State
Time limit for filing a wrongful death case:
- A wrongful death case must be filed within (3) years of the date of death.
- Varies by State (Some are (2) years.
This information is not legal advice, and all information, content and materials are for general purposes only. This information is provided only for the convenience of the reader or user. Readers of this information should contact a licensed attorney with respect to any particular legal matter.
How do you prove a wrongful death case?
To prove a wrongful death case the family must prove:
- Duty-The At-Fault Party must have owed the deceased a legal duty of care.
- Breach- They breached that duty.
- Causation- Their Breach Caused Death
- Damages- Death
Who receives money in wrongful death cases?
Spouse, Children, Parents, Heirs
Eligible family members vary by case and depends on relationship to deceased and age of deceased
How much is wrongful death case worth?
- Settlement amounts vary depending on the deceased and available insurance coverage.
- May be compensated for medical bills, funeral cost, loss of future financial income from deceased.
Wrongful death settlements
It's important to hire the right attorney for a wrongful death case.
The attorney's knowledge and skill will impact the settlement amount.
This information is not legal advice, and all information, content and materials are for general purposes only. This information is provided only for the convenience of the reader or user. Readers of this information should contact a licensed attorney with respect to any particular legal matter.
