Wrongful deaths can occur in a myriad of ways and may be difficult at first to determine, but as a general rule if someone’s death could have been avoided, the death may have been wrongful. Understanding what constitutes a wrongful death is important, because whenever someone’s death occurs due to negligent or intentional conduct on the part of one or more parties, it may be possible to file a wrongful death claim to pursue not only the...
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and American Electric Power (AEP) are facing a spate of wrongful death lawsuits related to state-wide power outages during the historic winter storm of February 2021.
Power outages during this period left approximately four million Texans without power for some duration of time, with outdoor temperatures reaching -6 degrees Fahrenheit in some parts of the state and indoor temperatures dropping...
Wrongful death lawsuits may be possible in the event that a loved one dies due to injuries caused by the neglectful or intentional conduct of another party. If the injured person would have been eligible to file a lawsuit had they lived, it is likely their family will be eligible to file a wrongful death claim if they pass away.
Unfortunately, this happens sometimes even when the injured person is in the midst of their personal injury claim. In...
Cruise ships can offer a false sense of security. You’re on vacation, so it’s natural to let your guard down and relax. Unfortunately, there are many instances of horrible things happening aboard cruise ships due to negligence, including wrongful death. These situations present a unique set of dangers. You’re on a ship—oftentimes in the middle of the ocean—and anything can happen. There are only so many resources available staff can...