Several types of negligence exist in the world. Many of them result in significant injuries to those involved. However, some are more catastrophic, and those involved can suffer from fatal injuries.
The family may file a wrongful death claim when someone else’s actions cause death to a loved one. Recognizing the various causes of wrongful deaths can help the plaintiffs in a wrongful death lawsuit determine liability and put together a strong case strategy.
Car Accidents
Car accidents occur every minute of every day. That means there are 1,400+ chances in which severe injuries to occur. Unfortunately, many of these crashes cause fatal injuries. Like with any legal matter following a car accident, the family must show the driver was negligent when he or she was driving and caused the collision.
Truck Accidents
Large commercial trucks weigh tens of thousands of pounds. They also travel at higher speeds in congested areas. Whenever a crash involved a large tractor-trailer, the passengers in the smaller vehicle is at risk of catastrophic injuries—sometimes fatal. Liability in these cases falls on the truck driver, trucking company, or other employees in the industry.
Product Defects
Manufacturers must protect consumers from harm when using their products. Unfortunately, there are several situations in which machinery, medication, home appliances, and other products are defective and can cause injury or death.
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice can include situations such as:
- Surgical errors
- Misdiagnosis
- Emergency room errors
- Prescription errors
- Anesthesia errors
Whenever a doctor or other medical professional fails to care for a patient properly, there’s a risk of serious harm. In some instances, medical malpractice leads to the death of a patient, allowing the family to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Let our Gulfport wrongful death lawyers at Gulf South Law Firm help you pursue the compensation you need. We’ll protect your family’s rights and work to hold the negligent party accountable. We’re ready to be your voice.
Call us today at (228) 231-3989 or fill out our contact form to learn about your rights and options.