What Happens When Wrongful Death Beneficiary Dies During Lawsuit? Depends on Whether there are Heirs
Permanent Link Archived: https://perma.cc/TVZ2-XH5S ***UPDATE*** The Indiana Supreme Court has granted transfer in this case, thereby vacating the decision discussed below. On transfer, the Indiana Supreme Court concluded: We hold that David’s claim for survivor damages did not abate upon his death and was not dependent on the existence of an heir. Therefore, summary judgment on this claim was inappropriate.…