Stamford, CT personal injury attorney Jillian Orticelli talks about the damages that may be awarded in a wrongful death case. She acknowledges that one of the most difficult aspects of a wrongful death case is determining how to assign value to the loss of a loved one. While no amount of compensation can truly replace a life, she explains that attorneys evaluate a variety of factors to pursue fair and just recovery for surviving family members. These factors often include economic losses such as future earnings, bonuses, benefits, pensions, and other financial support the deceased would have provided over their lifetime.

She also notes that damages may include compensation for the pain and suffering experienced by the deceased prior to death. In addition, she considers losses suffered by surviving family members, including the loss of companionship, guidance, and emotional support commonly referred to as loss of consortium. According to her, the goal is to carefully assess all aspects of the loss and seek compensation that reflects the full impact of the tragedy on the family.