There is perhaps nothing more painful in life than losing someone you love. While nothing can change that pain and no amount of money could ever bring your loved one back, if you have lost your loved one to a wrongful death it is important to seek the help of an experienced attorney. A wrongful death attorney in Tulsa can hold the responsible party accountable for their actions, serving a small amount of justice for the wrong that has been done.
If you believe that your loved one died due to the willful or negligent actions of another person, company, or entity, seek help from our team at the Edwards Law Firm. The following information covers some of the basics of situations that lead to wrongful death.
While death occurs due to normal or natural circumstances, there are situations where someone died due to the act of another. This could be a willful action or something negligent that was done. The following are a few common examples of wrongful death.
Auto Accident
Whether a driver was recklessly driving and hit your loved one on a motorcycle or the accident was involving a big rig, auto accidents can be the cause of wrongful death. In this case, the person who recklessly drove is held responsible for your loved one’s death.
Work Accident
If your loved one died while on the job, this could be due to negligence by their employer. In this case, the company can be held responsible for the wrongful death of your loved one.
Medical Malpractice
When a doctor or any other medical staff member acts in a way that was negligent or willfully harmful, this could be a case of medical malpractice resulting in wrongful death. A hospital, physician’s office, doctor, or any other individual involved could be held responsible for this death.
These are only a few of the common causes of wrongful death. If you think your loved one died to the negligence or willful actions of another, contact our office today for assistance from a wrongful death attorney in Tulsa.
