Legal Articles, Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death Actions: An Overview

A blog post overviewing wrongful death actions and typical damages.

R.J. Reynolds Faces $11.5M Verdict in Nurse's Death

A blog post about a case involving a tobacco company being held partly liable for the death of a chain-smoking nurse.

Cigarette and Tobacco Injuries: An Overview

A blog post about cigarette smoke related injuries and what you may be entitled to if you have suffered a smoke related injury.

Personal Injury Liability for Drunk Driving: What You Should Know

A blog post about civil suits for drunk driving, including recovering damages and wrongful death.

Proving Negligence in a Head-On Collision

A blog post about proving recklessness and/or negligence in cases involving head-on collision car accidents. The post also goes into possible damages.

Construction Site Fall Kills 1, Injures Another

Construction Site Fall Kills 1, Injures Another

Do You Have Grounds For a Wrongful Death Case?

Understand how wrongful death works in the state of Georgia.

Plaintiff's Damages for Wrongful Death Precludes Malpractice Claim

Blog post about why Connecticut does not allow one to bring a claim of medical malpractice and wrongful death under the theory of double recovery being bad for public policy.

Employer Granted Motion to Dismiss in Toxic Tort Lawsuit

Blog post about a case involving a wrongful death claim against an employer that was allegedly caused by toxic substances in the workplace.

Municipality Found Liable in Summer Camp Drowning

Blog about a municipality that was found liable for the death of a minor child who drowned on town property.

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