What Is Wrongful Death? - MJB Law Offices | Orland Park Personal Injury Lawyer

What Is Wrongful Death?

A wrongful death claim generally arises from a situation in which a loved one is killed due to another person’s or entity’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct. These wrongful deaths may have often occurred in a car accident, from medical malpractice, workplace accidents, or other common types of accidents that may cause someone’s death. Depending on the state, only certain people may be able to bring a wrongful death lawsuit, such as the victim’s surviving spouse, children, or parents, while a few states may allow others to bring a claim, such as siblings or grandparents of the victim.