In Virginia, the following damages are available for a wrongful death case:
- Sorrow
- Mental Anguish
- Solace which may include society, companionship, comfort, guidance, kindly offices and advice of the decedent
- Compensation for reasonably expected loss of (i) income of the decedent and (ii) services, protection, care and assistance provided by the decedent
- Expenses for the care, treatment and hospitalization of the decedent incidental to the injury resulting in death
- Reasonable funeral expenses
- Punitive damages may be recovered in Virginia for willful or wanton conduct, or such recklessness as evinces a conscious disregard for the safety of others.
An experienced wrongful death attorney like Paul Thomson can help Virginia and West Virginia residents like you with your wrongful death claim – (540) 777-4900.
