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Wrongful Death and Fatal Accident Lawsuits

Unfortunately, wrongful deaths can occur nearly anywhere and in many different types of situations.

Most wrongful deaths are caused by negligence, whether that is by another automobile driver, a dangerous workplace, or property – even defective products.

Regardless of where or how – families that suffered the death of a loved one by a wrongful death should be entitled to compensation to help ease the sudden financial burden that comes along with the loss of a family member and ensure justice is served to the liable party.

We always expect that a product designed and marketed towards children has gone through rigorous safety inspections and is engineered using the highest quality components available. Unfortunately, that is not always the case.

Wrongful deaths in children’s toys and products can be attributed to negligence at the design and manufacturer level, product distribution, and even retailers. No matter how or where it occurs – a family suffering from the wrongful death of a child deserves justice and compensation for their loss.

Workplaces like construction sites, oil wells, warehouses, and factories can be inherently dangerous.

However, no matter what type of job and no matter the location, an employer must create a safe working environment for their team. That means ensuring that equipment like heavy machinery is regularly serviced and maintained, pathways and walking areas are well kept and lit, and any other type of hazard is accurately labeled.

Property owners are required to maintain and ensure their locations are well kept and free of any hazards that could lead to personal injury or even death.

While it’s safe to assume that accidents can occur, property and landowners that display negligence in ensuring their areas are not well-maintained and safe can be held accountable if a wrongful death occurs in their premises.

Negligence or medical malpractice caused by a hospital, doctor, surgeon, dentist, nursing home, or home health care aide can, unfortunately, result in wrongful death.

Regardless of the circumstance, a family or loved one should consult with a personal injury attorney if someone they care about has died while under the eyes of a healthcare provider. A skilled and experienced law firm can dig into the case and discover the true cause of the death and help determine if legal action can be taken.

When a consumer purchases a product they expect that the product has gone through thorough testing and is manufactured using top-quality components and standards. Unfortunately, that is not always the case and thousands of defective products make their way to the shelves of retailers with the potential to cause personal injury to the user.

These products can range from power tools to toys for children and depending on the defect, have the capability to cause minor harm, to severe injury – including wrongful death.

The personal injury lawyers at Schiffman Firm in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania are one of the top law firms representing clients and families that have their lives affected by defective products. With over 100 years of combined trial experience, our attorneys are the leaders in investigating and discovering the causes of defective products. Our approach sets our attorneys apart from our peers and has helped us successfully represent thousands of clients and earn them the compensation they deserve.