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Gaining Fair Compensation in a Massachusetts Wrongful Death Claim (Part A)

The loss of a loved one to someone else's negligence can be an emotionally devastating experience. In addition to the grief that accompanies losing someone you love, coping with the financial strain left behind by their absence can make an already difficult situation unbearable.

During this time, it may be beneficial to consult with a Massachusetts personal injury attorney who can look at the specifics of your loved one's passing and help you file a wrongful death lawsuit to get the compensation you deserve.

Before contacting a lawyer to discuss a wrongful death lawsuit, you should be aware of what constitutes a Massachusetts wrongful death claim.

Accidents That Qualify as a Wrongful Death

A "wrongful death" claim is the civil action brought against someone who has caused the death of another through negligence. This person can be tried criminally (under charges such a manslaughter or criminally negligent homicide) and again in civil court through a wrongful death claim.

Some examples of wrongful death accidents include:

• Death in a motor vehicle accident due to the fault of another driver
• Death by fire caused by the negligence of a business owner or contractor
• Death after slipping and falling in a private home, private business, or public building
• A death due to a defective product

These are just a few general examples of wrongful death circumstances. A qualified wrongful death attorney will need to look at the specifics of your loved one's passing to help you determine if the Massachusetts wrongful death statute applies.

What Does Not Qualify as Wrongful Death

While Massachusetts wrongful death claims are very common, many accidents occur which cannot qualify as wrongful death. Some exceptions to the wrongful death rule include:

• Death caused by another family member
• Death caused by the negligence of the deceased

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