Common Types of Wrongful Death Claims

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Death occurs in numerous ways, and it’s always difficult to deal with, especially when it occurs as a result of wrongful action or someone else’s negligence. Here at Buchalter Hoffman and Dorchak, we offer some of the best attorneys in North Miami FL, to make wrongful death cases a little bit easier.

Common Types of Wrongful Death

A variety of factors can cause wrongful deaths. The following are some of the most common types of cases.

Car Accidents

Car accidents are probably the most common cause of wrongful death. In Florida, there are over 395,000 car accidents annually. These accidents result in thousands of deaths each year.

Whether due to speeding, reckless driving, driving under the influence, or simply not paying attention, car crashes are typically due to one driver’s negligence. A negligent driver can be liable for the deaths of anyone in a crash. 

Medical Malpractice

Most doctors and nurses are highly skilled and know their fields in and out. However, they make mistakes, just like everyone else. When it comes to medical malpractice, the most common causes are misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose a condition. Errors in surgery and when treating conditions are also common causes in the medical field.

Defective Products

When talking about defective products, we’re referring to defective pharmaceutical products, toxic foods, unsafe products designed for children, and defective automobiles. If a person dies as a result of a defective product, the product’s manufacturer is liable.  Other common types of wrongful death cases include work accidents, semi-truck accidents, pedestrian accidents, aviation accidents, construction accidents, and nursing home negligence.

We Can Help 

If you’ve lost a loved one due to wrongful death, we at Buchalter Hoffman and Dorchak provide North Miami Florida attorneys to help. Feel free to contact us by phone at 305-891-0211 or visit us in person for a consultation today.

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