A wrongful death claim in South Dakota must be filed by a representative on behalf of the survivors who suffer damage from the decedent's death (also know as the "real parties in interest"). The representative is usually the personal representative of the decedent's estate. In South Dakota, the "real parties in interest" are usually immediate family members.
Who can bring a wrongful death claim in South Dakota?
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- Car Accidents
- Wrongful Death
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- Distracted Driver Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- RV and Motor Home Accidents
- Boating Accidents
- Insurance Coverage Disputes
- Auto Defects
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