Families who suffer the loss of a loved one may seek financial justice if the death was caused by another person's behavior. A wrongful death action is the legal avenue for seeking compensation and damages. Plaintiffs, however, should be aware of some basic information about this legal cause of action.
Bedrails may cause nursing home injuries
Any injury in an Ohio nursing home can cause serious injury or even death to elderly residents. One seemingly unexpected source of these injuries are bedrails that are used extensively on nursing home beds. Failure to assure the safety of these devices may constitute nursing home neglect and abuse.
Wrongful death lawsuit against fire department appealed
Unfortunately, rescues can turn deadly. In 2016, a bystander was struck and killed by a firetruck going in reverse after rescuing the occupants of a capsized boat. Her husband recently filed an appeal of the dismissal of their wrongful death lawsuit.
Camp sued for boy's drowning
Summer camps are traditionally a welcomed adventure for youngsters. However, their activities and location may also pose dangers. The family of a 12-year-old has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a camp in Lakeville, Ohio for the boy's fatal drowning last year.
Supreme Court may allow lawsuits against military
The U.S. Supreme Court is considering an appeal that may have an impact on military families in Ohio and across the country. The Court is considering whether it will review the 68-year-old legal doctrine that protects the Department of Defense from medical malpractice lawsuits.
