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Danville Wrongful Death Attorneys

Losing a loved one is always a difficult experience. If the death was caused by the negligence of a doctor or other medical professional, however, you may also feel angry that your family member was unfairly stolen from you. This terrible tragedy is legally defined as wrongful death.

During this time of grief, you should not have the additional worry of holding the negligent party responsible for such a devastatingly careless act that unjustly killed your loved one. To help you during this difficult time, contact a Danville wrongful death attorney from the trusted firm of Spiros Law, P.C., today at (217) 443-4343.

What Is Wrongful Death?

Everyone knows that death will come eventually. However, it should only happen at the end of a long, happy life. In some cases, illnesses or other conditions can decrease a person’s lifespan. Either way, death should not come from the reckless actions of a doctor or nurse. When a person’s negligent act results in the death of an innocent victim, it is called wrongful death.

There are several additional elements that must be present in a wrongful death case. These include:

  • The defendant in the case caused the death
  • The defendant was liable for the death
  • There are surviving beneficiaries
  • The death caused financial damages

Causes of Wrongful Death

There are many different things that can result in wrongful death, such as:

  • Failure to diagnose
  • Improper diagnosis
  • Medication error
  • Surgical mistake
  • Anesthesia error

Regardless of the cause, you should seek justice In the name of your loved one to help prevent such tragic mistakes from occurring to other innocent patients.

Contact Us

If you have lost a loved one due to the negligence of a doctor or other medical worker, you should not let this heartbreaking crime go unpunished. To help you fight for your rights, contact the experienced Danville wrongful death lawyers of Spiros Law, P.C., at (217) 443-4343 today.