Causes of wrongful death

In Los Angeles, wrongful death litigation can be a complicated process. Each wrongful death case is different from the other as the process of litigation will depend on what manner the victim would have died.

But what is a wrongful death?

A wrongful death refers to fatalities that are results of another party's negligence or inadequate behavior. It may involve another person, an organization or a company.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death in Los Angeles

There are various causes of wrongful deaths in Los Angeles. The most common are the following:

* Vehicle accidents - These include car, motorcycle, trains, airplanes and other mode of transportation accidents. This also covers pedestrians who died as a result of the accident as well. The driver, vehicle manufacturer, and owners can be held liable if it is proven that the accident was a result of their negligence.

* Defective products - Product liability laws protect buyers and consumers from unscrupulous designers, manufacturers and sellers who do not ensure the safety of their product. If proven that inadequate behavior caused the defect on the product that led to a wrongful death, they can be held liable under the law.

* Medical malpractice - All healthcare professionals should perform at a standard in which other people of the same capacity would provide in the same instances. Inadequate attention and effort by doctors and healthcare professionals could lead to misdiagnosis, surgery errors and medication errors that could cause wrongful death. Wrongful death litigation against the doctor or even the hospital is to be expected.

* Workplace Accident - People working in hazardous and dangerous workplace are already at risk as it is without employers neglecting their duty to keep their employees safe. Employers can ensure safety by providing safety equipment and gears, and providing training in regard to hazardous materials and equipment. Manufacturers of defective tools and equipment can be held liable as well if that said product is the cause of an accident and led to a wrongful death.

* Slip and fall accident - Under the premises liability law, all owners must ensure that their property is safe not only for his family but also the whole community. A slippery floor, uneven staircase, unfenced pool and even animals on the loose in the premises of the property can cause an injury and even wrongful death.

People Who can file a Wrongful Death Lawsuit

In Los Angeles, the people who can pursue wrongful death litigation in behalf of the victim are:

* Immediate family - This includes the spouse or domestic partner, children of the deceased, offspring of deceased children.