Wrongful death lawsuits are civil claims brought against individuals and/or entities alleged to have caused a person’s preventable death. Understanding wrongful death and how to determine if you have a wrongful death case is imperative to getting justice for what has been lost. In the video below, San Francisco wrongful death lawyer Erik L. Peterson shares Bostwick & Peterson's approach to helping families understand their rights in a wrongful death case and how our attorneys can help them receive maximum compensation:
What Is A Wrongful Death Claim?
A wrongful death claim involves any lawsuit where someone's wrongful conduct—such as negligence or actions that a reasonably prudent person would not take — results in the death of another person. This could include medical malpractice cases, such as:
- A healthcare provider fails to appropriately diagnose cancer, allowing the disease to progress and ultimately lead to the patient's death.
- A healthcare provider fails to detect cardiac symptoms, resulting in a fatal heart attack.
It is crucial to note that wrongful death claims are not limited to medical malpractice. The wrongful death attorneys at Bostwick & Peterson have also handled numerous cases outside the medical field, including but not limited to:
- A fatal incident involving a bus running through an intersection and striking a pedestrian.
- Workplace and construction accidents caused by third parties
- A slip and fall accident or other incident involving property hazards
“While we cannot undo what has happened, our goal is to improve the lives of those affected and help them navigate an incredibly challenging and turbulent time.”
Erik L. Peterson, Partner at Bostwick & Peterson
California’s Experienced Wrongful Death Lawyers
Bostwick & Peterson’s personal injury lawyers have successfully helped families in wrongful death cases for decades. Our firm has seen record-breaking case results, giving families of wrongful death victims the compensation they need.
Was your loved one the victim of wrongful death? Contact us today to set up a free case consultation.
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