Baton Rouge Wrongful Death Attorney
Wrongful Death Claims in Baton Rouge, LA
A wrongful death claim is brought about by the family of a loved one who has died as the result of another's negligence. Common situations where wrongful death may occur include medical malpractice, workplace accidents, vehicle accidents, accidental drowning and others. Any situation where a death has occurred as a result of negligence on the part of another is a potential cause for a wrongful death lawsuit. When a person is killed through a negligent act or breach of duty, the family of the victim will suffer financial and emotional damages due to the untimely loss. It is especially important in these situations to speak with a Baton Rouge personal injury attorney from The Layfield Law Firm, LLC if you have suffered the tragic loss of a loved one due to wrongful death.
Wrongful Death Lawyer in Baton Rouge
In many cases, the deceased in a wrongful death case was the one responsible for the financial wellbeing of the family. This can be particularly distressing for the surviving members of the family who must now cover expenses, including funeral costs, without the income that their deceased loved one provided. Many families fall into disarray without the financial security that was provided by the deceased. The surviving members may not be prepared to supplement the income of the loved one that died unexpectedly. Wrongful death lawsuits are filed against a liable party to help families that have lost a loved one and suffered financial and emotional damages. The Layfield Law Firm, LLC will stand firm for those families who have lost so much.
The Layfield Law Firm, LLC is a personal injury law firm dedicated to providing the highest level of legal assistance possible. Beau Layfield of The Layfield Law Firm, LLC is an experienced attorney who has proudly served the state of Louisiana in Baton Rouge, and will fight to recover compensation that is measured against your losses, both financial and emotional.
Contact a Baton Rouge wrongful death attorney at The Layfield Law Firm, LLC if you lost a loved one due to negligence or a breach of duty.
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"Beau always responded quickly to my questions, sometimes patiently just listened while I vented."As a business owner trying to juggle responsibilities with my clients and in my business, it was important to find someone who understood the value of my time while helping me navigate me through a difficult divorce.- Former Client
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"I'm blessed to have had Mr. Beau Layfield representing me throughout my divorce process."I contacted him initially because The Layfield Law Firm website specifically listed "uncontested divorce" within the areas of practice.- Former Client
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"Beau listened to my concerns and helped me come up with a strategy that worked best for my situation."During this process, there were times when I became so frustrated that I wanted to give up. Beau always brought me back to reality and made suggestions to assist with my concerns.- Former Client
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"After meeting with three attorneys about my case I choose the Layfield Law Firm."Hopefully I won't need a lawyer in the future, but if I do, I am calling Mr Layfield.- Former Client
Our FAQ
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 225-283-1374 today!
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Do I have to go to court in order to obtain a divorce?
Filing divorce papers with a court is the only way you will obtain a legal separation from your spouse. This applies to any other form of legal separation, including a marriage annulment. Aside from the divorce decree itself, a court is able to assist in settling other matters related to divorce, which include child custody and the distribution of marital assets.
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How long will the divorce process take?
The length of your divorce proceedings will depend on different factors, which include how long it takes to serve divorce papers to your spouse, whether your spouse is willing to waive their rights to service and notice of trial, whether you have minor children from the marriage and legal delays. Typically, it will take 20 to 40 days to receive a divorce judgment from the court after papers have been served. If your spouse decides to waive his or her rights to service and notice of trial, the judgment can come swiftly. It is important to note that a judgment does not become finalized until the 30-day "appeals" window has ended.
Another important point to note is that you must be living separately from your spouse for six months (or longer if there are minor children from the marriage) before being able to file a petition, unless there are extenuating circumstances, such as your spouse committed a felony. Securing an attorney for legal representation may result in your divorce process being resolved much faster than you attempting to navigate the proceedings on your own.
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How will custody of my child be decided?It is possible for you and your spouse to come to a decision regarding child custody without the court intervening.
However, if you and your spouse cannot come to a custody terms agreement, the court will decide for you, and will look at the following:
- the child's gender and age;
- the child's mental and physical health;
- the child's relationship with each parent;
- the parents' respective lifestyles;
- each parent's ability to provide basic necessities for the child, including shelter, food, and clothing; and
- the child's preference (if they are of a certain age).
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How will child support be calculated?Child support is calculated differently depending on the state one resides in, but the general factors taken into consideration by the court when calculating payments include:
- the standard of living of the child prior to the divorce;
- the ability to pay of the parent giving child support;
- the specific needs of the child, including their food, clothing, and educational costs; and
- the needs and income of the custodial parent (the parent with primary custody of the child).
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Is adoption a long process?
Each adopted child has different circumstances. There are several types of adoptions that could take place, including a stepparent adoption, a private adoption or a standard adoption. Each has its own specific challenges. With the help of my firm, we will speed the process through the system as quickly as we can so that you can begin your new family and move forward with starting life together.