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Question by IsmaraNadir (31)

What happens to a lawsuit when the defendant passes away?

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Answer by Kurt (4579)

If the lawsuit is big enough, they will pursue the suit against the estate of the defendant. It depends on how motivated the plaintiff is in pursuing a verdict.

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Answer by technogeek (6640)

Depending on the state laws, the suit can be continued by suing the defendant's estate, but as I said, each state is different, so you will have to consult the state Attorney General regarding the laws in your state.

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