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WRONGFUL DEATH

A wrongful death claim is a special type of personal injury claim that may be brought when a person is killed due to another’s negligence or intentional act. In a wrongful death action the estate of the deceased person files an action against the party who is legally liable for the death. Talk to personal injury lawyers in Minneapolis now!

What is the definition of a “wrongful death” in Minnesota?

Wrongful death is defined in the state of Minnesota in Minnesota Statutes section 573.02 or the Minnesota Wrongful Death Act. Specifically, it is the death "caused by the wrongful act or omission of any person or corporation." The definition of “wrongful act” could include the negligence of a party or an intentional action made by another party or parties. There are endless potential causes of a person’s wrongful death including:

  • Automobile, truck, or motorcycle accident
  • Construction accident
  • Medical malpractice
  • Premises liability, or
  • Defective products

If an injury has claimed the life of a person then the next of kin can file for a wrongful death claim. The court will assign a trustee who will bring a claim for damages and bring the case to court.

The claims made by surviving family for a wrongful death are similar to those suffering a serious injury. The successful claimant must prove the elements of negligence or strict liability. The financial damages one can collect in a wrongful death case are quite different than in a serious injury case. Talk to a wrongful death personal injury lawyer Minneapolis MN to discuss what financial damages your family may be entitled to.

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