The unexpected loss of a loved one is both shocking and painful; the heartbreak only worsened upon learning that this tragedy was caused by the negligence of another person or organization. Surviving dependents, including a spouse or children, may also face significant financial difficulties.
If you have lost a family member due to the negligence of another person or organization, you may be entitled to compensation. If this negligence resulted from an action that any reasonable person could have and should have avoided, you may have cause to file a wrongful death claim. It is essential that you speak with an experienced wrongful death attorney to understand your rights and recourse under the law.
Some common types of wrongful death claims include:
- Motor Vehicle Accidents – If your loved one—as a motorist, pedestrian, or bicyclist—was killed in a motor vehicle accident, the driver at fault may be held liable for the death.
- Hospital or Medical Staff Negligence –You may be entitled to compensation if your family member died in surgery, as the result of receiving the wrong treatment in an emergency room, or because of a doctor’s misdiagnosis.
- Product Defects – Did your loved one die as a result of a faulty product? The manufacturer may be held liable for their negligence—whether the death was the result of faulty construction, poor design, or even unreported, serious safety issues in a well-designed, high-quality product. .
- Dangerous Medication Side Effects – You may be able to file a wrongful death claim if your loved one was killed as a result of taking medication without first being told of dangerous side effects.
It is important to understand that in the case of a car accident, medical malpractice, or any event resulting in death, negligence may not be involved… Deadly accidents occur every day; and sometimes no one is to blame. However, the way in which an accidental death relates to the legal framework of wrongful death can be complex; and may require a knowledgeable attorney to determine whether there is a case for wrongful death.
If you have lost a loved one as the result of someone else’s negligence, contact John Bales Attorneys today for a free consultation. Our experienced and compassionate wrongful death lawyers can determine whether another’s negligence caused your family member’s death; and will fight to get the resolution you deserve.