Wrongful death claims are claims brought in civil court against a person liable for another person's death. If successful, compensation is calculated by economic damage, accounting for loss of potential lifetime earnings, lost benefits, medical expenses, funeral expenses etc. Plaintiffs can also be awarded discretionary non-economic damages, including the loss of companionship, loss of enjoyment of sexual pleasure, loss of guidance and training etc. Fixed-sum compensation schemes are schemes that offer a standard, non-stratified amount of money in the event of a wrongful death.