When wrongful death lawsuit is filed the person who died is often called the decedent?

Yes, in a wrongful death lawsuit, the individual who has died is commonly referred to as the "decedent." This legal term is used to describe the person whose death is the subject of the lawsuit, which is typically filed by surviving family members or beneficiaries seeking compensation for their loss. The lawsuit aims to hold responsible parties accountable for the circumstances leading to the decedent's death.