How to Prove Wrongful Death

In court, a person must prove that another individual was negligent in order to obtain a remedy under the law. This can be a complex issue at times because there may be more than one party who contributed to the accident. Other issues, such as product liability cases, may require expert witnesses to prove a case. Our Wrongful Death Lawyers assemble an experienced team that includes accident reconstruction experts, engineering experts, and private investigators. They will work together to investigate, develop, and prosecute wrongful death cases.

Elements to Prove in a Wrongful Death Case

In general, our Wrongful Death Lawyers need to prove four elements:

• That the responsible party had a duty to act in a certain and reasonable way
• That the responsible party failed to act according to that duty
• That the failure to act accordingly caused the injury to the deceased
• That the death merits monetary damages to the surviving spouse or relative bringing the wrongful death action

Litigation Process

We are able to resolve the overwhelming majority of our cases relatively promptly and without ever having to go to court. However, there are a number of reasons why we would recommend litigation to our clients. When that occurs, our office will thoroughly explain the litigation process, including the risks, benefits, and how it relates to your case before we file litigation. For more detailed information, please review our Litigation Process Pages.

Contact Us

The best way to determine whether you have a legitimate wrongful death claim is to contact our experienced Wrongful Death Lawyers for a free consultation as soon as possible. Once contacted, we will be able to evaluate your claim and discuss your legal rights. You can contact the Law Offices of Michael Cordova at 602-265-6700.

Our lawyers not only work on wrongful death cases but in other areas, such as Personal Injury, Motor Vehicle Accidents, dog bites, motorcycle accidents, product and premises liability, and criminal defense and DUI, so please contact your local Phoenix attorneys for a free, personal, and confidential consultation.

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