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Elements of a Wrongful Death Lawsuit

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Elements of a Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Every state has its own statutes with regard to wrongful death, however, there are some principles that all hold in common: -The death of a human being (with regard to unborn fetuses, many, though not all, states specify that the victim must be born alive) -The death must have been caused, in whole or in part, by the action (or non-action) of the defendant. -The defendant’s actions were negligent or the defendant was strictly liable for the death; that is to say, the harm was caused without intention -There are surviving members of the deceased’s immediate family and they have appointed a personal representative -The death resulted in monetary damages. The causes of wrongful death are numerous. While the most common is medical malpractice, others include: -Automobile accidents -Aviation accidents -Hazards encountered while at work -Criminal actions

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