Wrongful Death
Unexpectedly losing a loved one is a devastating experience. Death caused by another person's negligence or wrongful behavior is
categorized as wrongful death.
When someone dies a wrongful death, family members are left to deal with the loss. Their loss may become magnified, when realizing
the cause of death arose from another person's irresponsible behavior.
Any number of examples fall into the wrongful death category. Here are a few examples to clarify wrongful death:
- A doctor or nurse kills a patient through administering the wrong medication.
- A reckless driver runs a red light and kills a pedestrian.
- The manufacturer of defective tires causes a fatal car accident.
- A construction contractor ignores building codes and as a result his building collapses, killing a person.
Knowing your legal rights in a wrongful death situation may help to lessen the emotional burden you're experiencing. There is
sometimes relief in knowing you can do something about the tragedy. Furthermore, bringing a negligent party to trial can prevent
others from experiencing a similar catastrophe. It is up to the surviving family to bring action against the negligent party.
An experienced wrongful death attorney laws can help you understand which family member can legally bring action
and for what damages they can sue.
Attorney Gregory Martin will provide counsel and help you take appropriate legal action.
If you have questions about a wrongful death call our office today to arrange for a consultation.
