Personal Injury Basics

Wrongful Death

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A civil action brought when someone dies due to another's negligence or intentional act.

In Personal Injury Cases

Wrongful death claims are brought by surviving family members (spouse, children, parents) for their losses, including loss of financial support and companionship.

Related Legal Terms

Survival Action

A claim that continues a deceased person's own surviving cause of action through a personal representative or, if none, a successor in interest.

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