A wrongful death claim is a civil action in which an individual seeks damages from a party for allegedly causing the death of a family member. When a person files a wrongful death claim, he or she may seek many of the same types of damages that the deceased relative could have...
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Category: Wrongful Death
Is Substance Abuse Among Medical Professionals Leading to Malpractice?
We expect a lot from our nurses and physicians. The amount of focus that their jobs require can even be the difference between life and death. Even the slightest bit off when measuring medication can prove fatal. But working long hours can also be exhausting and sharply focusing becomes more and more...
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An Overview of Wrongful Death in West Virginia
A wrongful death claim is a legal action in which one person seeks to recover damages from an individual alleged to be responsible for the death of another party. An individual who files a wrongful death lawsuit may seek many of the same types of damages that a deceased individual could have...
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Protecting Others from Similar Tragedies: Wrongful Death Cases
One of the most difficult things in life is dealing with the loss of a loved one. It can prove emotionally and financially taxing. However, when a loved one’s death is brought about due to negligence, West Virginia allows for individuals to file a wrongful death claim for the financial loss brought about. This...
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Most Dangerous Jobs in America
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were nearly three million on the job injuries reported in 2012. Tragically, over 4,000 people died in workplace accidents that same year. Preliminary reports from 2013 indicate more of the same and many of the most dangerous industries are very active in West Virginia.
Logging tops the...
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