Wrongful Death

    ORLANDO, FL, February 04, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Wrongful death can be the result of a wide range of events or accidents. The most common causes of wrongful deaths include automobile accidents, medical malpractice and construction or job-related accidents.

When someone dies because of negligence, malpractice or the actions of someone else, the family of the victim can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the responsible party or parties. A lawsuit will never return a loved one to you, but holding someone accountable for their wrongful actions does provide a sense of comfort. Damages in wrongful death cases can be awarded to the victim's family for medical expenses, lost wages and funeral expenses.

Elements of Wrongful Death

Thousands of wrongful deaths occur each year in the United States. The elements of a wrongful death include but are not limited to:

• The death of a human being
• Death caused by negligence
• Surviving family who are suffering monetary injury as a result of the death

The following are circumstances in which a wrongful death claim may surface:

• Medical malpractice resulting in death
• Automobile accident
• Occupational exposure to hazardous conditions or substances
• Criminal behavior
• Death during a supervised activity

According to the Centers for Disease Control, accidents and chance injuries are the fifth leading cause of death in this country. A common factor in every wrongful death claim is some form of negligence on someone's part caused the death of another.

A wrongful death can leave those left behind in a terrible situation, emotionally, financially and legally. Every wrongful death case is unique and often involves details which must be fully examined and investigated. Laws governing these cases are complex. The statute of limitations for wrongful death claims varies state to state.

If you live in the Orlando, Florida area and you have experienced the loss of a loved one that could have been avoided or was caused by someone's action, please visit the website of The Law Offices of Michael Barszcz, M.D., J.D. today to learn about your legal rights and whether or not you are entitled to compensation.

Source: The Law Offices of Michael Barszcz, M.D., J.D.
Website: http://www.themdjd.com

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