Definition:
Death caused by the fault of another.
Death caused by the fault of another.
When a person's death is caused by the negligent or intentional act of a wrongdoer.
Examples of wrongful conduct that may lead to death include:
- Drinking and driving
- Manufacturing a deficient product
- Building an unstable structure
- Failing to diagnose a fatal disease
Source:
Nolo. Glossary. Wrongful Death. Look under "W" at:
http://www.nolo.com/glossary.cfm
Glossary of Terms. Law Terminology. Clifford Law Offices. Available at: http://www.cliffordlaw.com/glossary/
