One of the first questions people have after the untimely death of a loved one is, “Who can bring a wrongful death claim?” Pennsylvania law allows the legal beneficiaries of the deceased person to file a wrongful death lawsuit. If there are no eligible legal beneficiaries, the personal representative of the decedent can bring an action.
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TheCan a Family Member Sue for Wrongful Death?
Updated July 31, 2025
If you lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligent or reckless behavior, you may be wondering whether you (as a family member) could sue for wrongful death. If you are the deceased’s spouse, child, or parent, the answer is yes. You have suffered a great loss, and you have every right to sue for compensation. Keep reading for more information about what a wrongful death lawsuit entails.
If you lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligent or reckless behavior, you may be wondering whether you (as a family member) could sue for wrongful death. If you are the deceased’s spouse, child, or parent, the answer is yes. You have suffered a great loss, and you have every right to sue for compensation. Keep reading for more information about what a wrongful death lawsuit entails.
