When an individual is killed in a preventable accident due to the negligence of another party, it is generally considered a wrongful death. A wrongful death lawsuit allows surviving family members to recover compensation and hold the at-fault party accountable. However, not all deaths qualify as wrongful. Elements of a Wrongful Death Case The following…
After a slip and fall accident on someone else’s property, you will have to prove negligence on behalf of the property owner to hold them liable. How To Prove Negligence Showing a property owner’s negligence can be challenging as it requires evidence that a dangerous condition existed and either the owner knew or should have…
To hold a party liable for a wrongful death requires proving that their negligence was the cause of your loved one’s death. Negligence is a legal term used to refer to a party’s failure to use reasonable care in any given situation. Establishing negligence is the key to a successful claim and involves demonstrating the…
