What Is A Wrongful Death Claim In Delaware?

What is the definition of a wrongful death claim? These are claims which are conducted against a negligent party who is the cause of another party's death, through carelessness or as a consequence of a deliberate action like driving under the influence. A claim of wrongful death allows the family of a person who died in an accident to bring about a lawsuit against the person who is found to be liable. While every state has separate wrongful death laws, this type of lawsuit is often brought about by the estate of the deceased person to assist the surviving family. When Is a Wrongful...

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