Yes. Virginia’s wrongful death statute allows the personal representative of the decedent’s estate to bring a claim on behalf of the statutory beneficiaries — typically the spouse, children, or other close family members depending on the family structure.
Wrongful death damages in Virginia include the value of the decedent’s life and services, funeral and burial expenses, and compensation for the grief, sorrow, and loss of companionship suffered by family members.
The two-year statute of limitations runs from the date of death, not the date of the underlying injury. However, delay compromises evidence. Contact us promptly.