Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death Statute of Limitations

Even though it can be a very stressful and upsetting time for surviving family members, it is very important to file a claim for wrongful death as soon as possible.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death

There are a variety of different things that can cause a wrongful death to occur and they include automobile accidents, drug side effects, airplane accidents, product defects and negligence. The definition of wrongful death is a party acting negligently, recklessly...

Negligence in a Wrongful Death Suit

Wrongful death may be caused a number of ways: either through a deliberate act, strict liability or negligence. So what is negligence? It’s effectively the opposite of diligence, so it could be categorized as thoughtlessness, or making a mistake. Negligence is measured in relation to a ‘reasonable person’s’ actions in the same situation. However, negligence isn’t the same as carelessness, as someone could take a lot of care over doing something

Wrongful Death Damages In Ohio

 The death of a loved one as a result of the fault of another is called wrongful death. In Ohio there are many types of damages...

What is Wrongful Death?

Wrongful death is a civil action brought by a personal representative of a decedent’s estate. The action is brought against a defendant who was fully or partially responsible for the death. The defendant (or defendants) may be a person, a corporation or other entity. What needs to be proven is that the defendant was negligent, intended to cause harm or was ‘strictly liable’ for the person’s death. Being ‘strictly liable’ means that a defendant is to blame, regardless of whether or not there was any ‘fault’ attached to their act, or failure to act.

Wrongful Death Law FAQ

When should a wrongful death attorney be hired? A. A wrongful death attorney should be hired as soon as it is learned that the death was a result of negligence or error.   This is important because attorneys know the laws in-depth... Is there a time limit to file for a wrongful death suit? A. In each state, there are different statutes of limitations or the time in which someone must file a wrongful death suit after the death has occurred.   It’s important to determine your own state’s laws... What happens if survivors who are suing for wrongful death die before the lawsuit is completed? A. Typically, these survivors’ next of kin or family members are able to take up the lawsuit for them.   Although, the laws are different depending upon which state you’re in.   You should research these laws or speak to an attorney...

Wrongful Death: Settling Out of Court

Not all wrongful death cases actually reach the trial level because wrongful death attorneys are able to negotiate a settlement with the other party involved before heading to court. Wrongful death can occur as a result of medical malpractice, automobile accidents...