Wrongful Death

Wrongful death in the context of medical malpractice law occurs when a patient's death results from a healthcare provider's negligence or failure to provide appropriate care. This negligence might include misdiagnosing a condition, performing unnecessary surgery, or not monitoring a patient properly. Surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit to seek compensation for their loss, which may cover medical expenses, lost income, and emotional suffering. To succeed, they must demonstrate that the healthcare provider's actions deviated from accepted medical standards and directly contributed to the patient’s death.