Wrongful death directly results from a person or company’s misconduct or carelessness. Sometimes there is ill-will and intent involved. A person can choose to drink and drive, despite being illegal, and kill someone in a car accident. Another example of this: a doctor delays treatment, and a patient ends up with cancer and dies five years later.

Medical errors take the lives of 98,000 Americans every year.

Any choice or decision that could have been prevented that leads to another person’s death is wrongful death. If you are dealing with a loved one’s unexpected passing, please get in touch with our attorneys to see if we can help you during this challenging time: (302) 428-8800.

Is Wrongful Death Preventable?

As careless or reckless decisions or choices cause wrongful death, it is preventable. People choose to drink and drive despite the warnings and consequences, and companies continue to manufacture defective products that end up hurting people and their families.

Because wrongful death is preventable, families often don’t have a choice in filing a lawsuit. Attorneys help hold the negligent accountable and obtain compensation for losses and damages due to the accident.

This includes economic losses and non-economic losses due to pain and suffering.

What are Examples of Wrongful Death Accidents?

Negligence and reckless behavior typically cause unnecessary harm. There are six examples of common accidents that lead to wrongful death, including:

  • Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, from drunk and impaired driving to speeding and mechanical defects, car accidents alone kill more than 300,000 people every year.
  • Medical malpractice when doctors fail to follow proper procedures or perform unnecessary surgeries, for example, medical malpractice and death are the result.
  • Defective products faulty medical devices or pharmaceuticals can cause harmful reactions and lead to injury and death.
  • Workplace accidents employers and property owners have a duty of care to abide by. Slip and fall accidents and other injuries can cause serious consequences.

Can an Attorney Help in My Wrongful Death Case?

No amount of money can replace your loved one. Attorneys help you recover the necessary damages that help care for you and your children after the unexpected loss of a loved one.

Filing a lawsuit against the person or company that caused an unnecessary death is about survival rather than revenge. The compensation you can recover from a wrongful death lawsuit can pay for medical bills, funeral expenses, missed income and lost wages, and more.

If your loved one died due to the negligence or carelessness of another person or company, we would help you seek the restitution that you’re entitled to. Schedule a free consultation with our legal team today: (302) 428-8800.