Thibodaux
Wrongful Death Lawyer

Losing someone close to you changes everything. When someone else’s carelessness or wrongdoing caused that loss, the grief can feel even heavier. At LJBLegal, our Louisiana wrongful death lawyers help families across Thibodaux, Chackbay, and Lafourche Parish understand their rights and take the steps needed to find stability and support after a loss.

What Is a Wrongful Death Claim?

Louisiana law allows certain family members to file a wrongful death claim when a loved one dies due to negligence, recklessness, or intentional harm. These civil claims help hold the responsible party accountable and provide compensation for the losses you and your family now face.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death:

• Car, truck, or pedestrian accidents
• Medical errors
• Unsafe conditions at work or in public spaces
• Defective products
• Intentional violence or criminal acts

If you’re unsure whether your case qualifies, LJBLegal offers free consultations to answer your questions without pressure.

What Is a Survival Action?

In some cases, families can file both a wrongful death claim and a survival action. The survival action is for the pain, suffering, and medical expenses your loved one endured between the injury and their passing. It’s separate from the losses your family faces, but is just as important in seeking full compensation.

Who Can File in Louisiana?

Only specific people can file a wrongful death claim.

Louisiana law gives priority in this order:

• Spouse and children (biological or adopted)
• Parents, if there’s no spouse or child
• Brothers and sisters, if there are no parents, spouse, or children
• Grandparents, if none of the above survive

LJBLegal can explain where your family fits and help you understand who has the legal right to file.

What Can Be Recovered?

While no amount of money can replace your loved one, a claim can help ease the financial burden left behind and recognize the deep emotional toll of your loss.

Recoverable Damages May Include:

• Funeral and burial expenses
• Medical bills related to the person’s final injury or illness
• Lost income, benefits, or household contributions
• Loss of love, care, companionship, and guidance
• The grief and emotional distress your family experiences

How Long Do You Have to File?

Louisiana law allows just one year from the date of death to file a wrongful death claim. This is a strict deadline, and missing it often means losing the right to pursue compensation entirely.

Reach out to LJBLegal as soon as possible to protect your rights and preserve important evidence.

Do You Have to Go to Court?

Not always. Some claims settle through negotiation with insurance companies or other parties. But if a fair agreement isn’t offered, we’re ready to bring your case to court. We prepare every case thoroughly, whether it settles quickly or requires more time and effort to secure the right result.

Why Families in Thibodaux Choose LJBLegal

Our Thibodaux personal injury lawyers have helped families in neighborhoods like Ridgefield, Abby Plantation, and Acadia face some of the hardest moments of their lives. We know how Louisiana law works and how local courts handle these cases.

What You Can Expect From LJBLegal:

• Clear explanations and honest advice
• Respectful and compassionate communication
• Personal attention to your case, not a one-size-fits-all approach
• No legal fees unless we recover compensation for your family
• Access to trusted experts when needed to build your claim

We Help With the Details So You Can Focus on Healing

Our team handles everything: gathering records, filing paperwork, speaking with insurance companies, and staying ahead of deadlines. We explain what’s happening in plain language and guide you every step of the way.

What Makes a Good Wrongful Death Lawyer?

When you’re choosing someone to represent your family, you need more than just experience. Look for someone who listens, explains things clearly, and truly cares about what you’re going through. At LJBLegal, that’s how we serve every family we meet.

Start With a Free, Private Consultation

You don’t have to face this alone. Let us take the legal burden off your shoulders. We’ll listen, answer your questions, and explain what comes next, so you can focus on what matters most.

Contact LJBLegal today to speak with a Thibodaux wrongful death lawyer who pu