Wrongful death

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-005276",
  "term": "Wrongful death",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A civil action brought against a party whose negligence or intentional act caused another person's death. This claim allows the deceased's estate or surviving family members to recover damages for losses such as medical expenses, funeral costs, lost income, and emotional suffering. The legal framework for such claims is established by state statutes, which vary in their provisions regarding eligible claimants and recoverable damages.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/wrongful-death/"
}