A successful wrongful death lawsuit requires more than just proving that a tragedy occurred; it requires proving that the tragedy was legally the fault of another party. At The Injury Advocates, we approach every case by building a foundation based on the “Four Pillars of Liability.” As your personal injury lawyer, our job is to present a mountain of evidence that satisfies these legal requirements.
- Duty of Care: We must first show that the defendant owed the deceased a duty of care. For example, a driver has a duty to follow traffic laws, and a manufacturer has a duty to ensure their products are safe for consumers.
- Breach of Duty: We must prove that the defendant failed in that duty. This could be a doctor failing to follow medical protocols, or a trucking company allowing an exhausted driver to stay on the road past legal limits.
- Causation: This is often the most contested part of a case. We must demonstrate that the defendant’s breach of duty was the direct and “proximate” cause of the death. If a person died of a heart attack during a car accident, we must prove the accident triggered the event.
- Damages: Finally, we must prove that the death resulted in quantifiable losses (economic and non-economic) for the surviving family members.
We Build the Case for Justice
Proving these four elements requires an exhaustive investigation. The Injury Advocates utilize accident reconstruction experts, forensic investigators, and medical specialists to piece together exactly what happened. We leave no stone unturned in our quest to prove the truth. If you believe your loved one’s death was caused by someone else’s mistake, contact us today to begin building your case.
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