Wrongful Death Versus Survival Actions

When a loved one dies at the hands of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to obtain significant compensation for your loss. You may be suing for wrongful death or survival actions depending on the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s death. Common causes of wrongful death and survival actions are car accidents, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, severe slip and falls, and defective products.  Different causes hold different parties responsible for the damages caused. For example, a defective product would warrant a lawsuit against the product manufacturer. Dealing with these legal issues alone can often be difficult. If you have questions about where...