What Happens if a Wrongful Death Claim Was Pending? | NC

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Q: What happens if a decedent had a wrongful death-related claim pending when they passed away? A: When someone dies, the claim may split into two separate tracks. A claim the person had before death may survive and be handled by the personal representative as part of the estate. But a wrongful death claim must be brought by the personal representative for the benefit of the legal beneficiaries,…