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This means you pay no upfront fees for our services. We only collect a fee if we successfully recover compensation for your family through a settlement or verdict.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-8-2082-2\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-8-2082\"><div id=\"_toggle-9-2082-2\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-9-2082\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-10-2082-2\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-10-2082\"><span id=\"span-11-2082-2\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-11-2082\">What Is the Average Wrongful Death Settlement in Ohio?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-12-2082-2\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-12-2082\"><span id=\"span-13-2082-2\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-13-2082\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There is no \"average\" settlement amount, as each case is unique. The value of a claim depends on many factors, including the age and earning capacity of the deceased, the number of dependents, the amount of medical and funeral expenses, and the circumstances of the death. An experienced attorney can evaluate your specific case to determine its potential value.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-8-2082-3\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-8-2082\"><div id=\"_toggle-9-2082-3\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-9-2082\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-10-2082-3\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-10-2082\"><span id=\"span-11-2082-3\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-11-2082\">Who Can Sue for Wrongful Death in Ohio?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-12-2082-3\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-12-2082\"><span id=\"span-13-2082-3\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-13-2082\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A wrongful death lawsuit must be filed by the personal representative of the deceased's estate. This person files the claim on behalf of the surviving family members, such as the spouse, children, and parents, who are entitled to recover damages.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-8-2082-4\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-8-2082\"><div id=\"_toggle-9-2082-4\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-9-2082\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-10-2082-4\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-10-2082\"><span id=\"span-11-2082-4\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-11-2082\">How Long Do You Have to File a Wrongful Death Suit in Ohio?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-12-2082-4\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-12-2082\"><span id=\"span-13-2082-4\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-13-2082\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In Ohio, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/codes.ohio.gov\/ohio-revised-code\/chapter-2125\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">statute of limitations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for wrongful death is generally two years from the date of the person's death. It is critical to contact an attorney well before this deadline expires, as failing to file in time can permanently bar you from seeking compensation.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-8-2082-5\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-8-2082\"><div id=\"_toggle-9-2082-5\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-9-2082\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-10-2082-5\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-10-2082\"><span id=\"span-11-2082-5\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-11-2082\">How Is Negligence Proven in a Wrongful Death Case?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-12-2082-5\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-12-2082\"><span id=\"span-13-2082-5\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-13-2082\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To prove negligence, your attorney must show four elements:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Duty:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> The defendant owed the deceased a legal duty of care (e.g., to drive safely).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Breach:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> The defendant breached that duty (e.g., they were texting while driving).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Causation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> This breach of duty directly caused your loved one's death.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Damages:<\/b><span> The surviving family members suffered legally recognized damages as a result.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":1580,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":true,"_seopress_titles_title":"Cincinnati Wrongful Death Lawyer | The Cochran Firm","_seopress_titles_desc":"Lost a loved one in Cincinnati? 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