Personal Injury Lawyer Blog in West Palm Beach, FL - Craig Goldenfarb, PA,
Friday, May 29, 2009
Wrongful Death
Wrongful death is defined as a case where someone is killed as the direct result of the action of another person, including negligence or even murder. A wrongful death suit can be filed by a relative of the deceased, with the intention of securing compensation for loss of support, wages, and emotional trauma.
Some cases of wrongful death include:
• Death due to an unsafe workplace
• Death during a supervised activity
• Death caused by a defect in manufacture of a tool, appliance, vehicle, and more
Because a wrongful death suit is considered a civil case, the burden of proof is somewhat different than in a criminal case. In a criminal case, guilt must be proven beyond reasonable doubt, whereas in a civil case, a preponderance of evidence is sufficient to grant damages to survivors. It's also possible to launch a wrongful death civil suit in conjunction with a criminal case, for example in the case of homicide. It can be possible to settle for damages in a civil case when the criminal case doesn't achieve a conviction.
Proof of negligence on the part of an individual or corporation can be very complicated and difficult to prove. If you have reason to file a wrongful death suit, be sure to work with an experienced personal injury attorney who knows all the ins and outs of this kind of case.
Craig Goldenfarb, PA, is an experienced wrongful death attorney in the West Palm Beach, Florida area. Please contact Craig Goldenfarb, PA today for an initial case evaluation.
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