Wrongful death is a concept that exists in civil injury law. In virtually all cases, the death is the loss of a loved one who has a very close relationship, such as a parent-child or spousal relationship. Not all deaths are legally wrongful, though. This article takes a look at how a wrongful death lawyer approaches the issue.
A Liable Party
The first question that has to be addressed is whether there is any individual or organization that can be held liable for what happened. Read More»
Are you concerned that a slip-and-fall injury could put you out of commission for a good long while? If so, you have a right to be.
Slip, trips, and falls account for 15% of accidental deaths throughout the nation — second only to motor vehicle accidents when it comes to causes of accidental deaths. Seniors are particularly at risk of suffering serious injuries from a fall but anybody can fall victim to broken bones, injured spines, and traumatic brain injuries after a fall. Read More»
If you’ve been severely injured in a motorcycle accident, at some point you will likely testify about the effect that your injuries have had on all aspects of your life. How effective you are at describing the aftermath of your accident can heavily influence not only how the jury feels about your case but how much the jury determines your pain and suffering is worth.
How do you make an effective case for pain and suffering? Read More»
In a wrongful death case, there are certain elements that must be proven before an insurance company is willing to pay a claim. Unfortunately, the fact that your loved one died is not enough. If you are planning to file a wrongful death claim with an insurance company, it is important to understand the elements you must prove.
There Was Negligence
Wrongful death cases fall under personal injury law. A key element that must be proven in all personal injury cases is that there was some act of negligence that led to an injury or death. Read More»
When another party is responsible for the death of one of your loved ones, it is important for you to pursue justice. However, if the death was the result of an accident, your options for justice may be limited to filing a wrongful death lawsuit. While this can be a highly effective way of getting monetary compensation from the party responsible, it can be common for the survivors in these cases to be fairly uninformed about taking legal action. Read More»
