What Are Wrongful Death Litigation Services?
A wrongful death lawsuit alleges that a person was killed as a result of the negligence or other liability on the part of an individual, company or entity, and that the surviving dependents or beneficiaries are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the defendant's conduct.
In Minnesota and Wisconsin, Wrongful Death Statutes provide legal means for persons who may have been damaged from the death of the victim to receive compensation. The Minnesota legislature has enacted dozens of statues relating to some form of a wrongful death claim and which establish the procedures for bringing wrongful death actions. Generally, in order to bring a successful wrongful death cause of action, the following elements must be present:
- A human being has died;
- Another person's negligence or intent to cause harm caused the death;
- As a result of the death, surviving dependents or beneficiaries are suffering monetary damage;
- A personal representative has been appointed for the decedent's estate.
If a party acts negligently, recklessly, with a complete disregard for other people's safety, or with intent to harm or kill, and an individual dies as a result of these actions, the death may be deemed wrongful. Wrongful death claims can result from a range of events or accidents, including:
- Motor vehicle or airplane accident.
- Medical malpractice resulting in patient death.
- Exposure to hazardous conditions or substances.
- Death resulting from product design, manufacturing or a marketing defect.
- Criminal activity.
- Workplace accidents.
The exact nature of any wrongful death claim involves examination of the facts and complex considerations under statutory law and case precedent.
If a loved one has died after an accident or injury caused by the negligence or misconduct of another individual, company or entity, you may be entitled to bring a legal action for wrongful death against those responsible.
In light of possible time deadlines for filing such a lawsuit, you should contact Chmielewski Law Offices immediately via our email form or by phone at 866-446-6529 so that we can help ensure that your rights are protected as well as advise a course of action to obtain a successful case resolution.
