The number of people losing their lives every year because of the negligence of others is on the rise. Every year more people die in motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, harmful products, and accidents and attacks occurring on other people’s premises and in the workplace.
Following are lists of some of the wrongful death situations David W. Brauer, PLLC, has obtained compensation for.
Fatal Accidents on the Road
Motor vehicle accidents remain the number one cause of wrongful death in Michigan.
- Cars
- Trucks
- Motorcycles
- Farming accidents
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- Boats
- Recreational vehicles
- Bicycle
- Pedestrian
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Deaths by Medical Malpractice
Medical practitioners and hospitals are obliged to meet an acceptable standard of care when treating patients. Failure to meet this level of care subjects them to lawsuits.
- Misdiagnoses
- Hospital errors
- Surgery errors
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- Birth complications
- Nursing errors
- Anesthesia errors
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Deaths in the Workplace
Many people think workers’ compensation is the only way to file an on-the-job wrongful death claim. That’s not true: personal injury claims can also be filed for any kind of workplace death.
Deaths Occurring on Other People’s Property
Owners are obliged to keep their premises safe. This includes any danger that an owner has knowledge of that led to catastrophic injury.
- Unsafe premises
- Inadequate security
- Construction site
- Dog bites and animal attacks
Contact David W. Brauer, PLLC today at (517) 548-1998 to schedule a free initial consultation with an experienced Howell personal injury lawyer or bankruptcy attorney.