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It is always extremely difficult to lose a loved one. When his or her death is a result of negligent medical care, however, one’s emotions may move beyond sadness to outright anger. The needless loss of a human life to mere carelessness is not only unnecessary but also very confusing and upsetting. It is no wonder that those close to the deceased individual will want to seek immediate justice against the negligent parties.
If you have lost a loved one to medical negligence, then you deserve to take aggressive action against the individual responsible for such a tragedy. The St. Petersburg wrongful medical malpractice death lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. have dedicated themselves and their practice to helping those in your situation find the justice they deserve. Contact us today at 800-931-8106 to learn more about how we can help you.
In legal terms, wrongful death is defined as the death of an individual caused by negligence or willfully harmful actions on behalf of another person. In the medical realm, wrongful death is generally a result of medical malpractice or professional negligence on behalf of the medical practitioner or staff member. For example, if a doctor improperly sutures a patient after a relatively risk-free operation, and because of this negligence the patient develops an infection and dies, then the situation may be considered a wrongful death case.
In order for a wrongful death case to be successful, the following four elements must be present:
- Death of an individual
- Death caused by someone else’s malicious intentions or negligence
- Family members surviving the deceased and necessitating monetary compensation
- The selection of an individual to represent the deceased’s estate
If you have lost someone you love to wrongful death caused by some form of medical malpractice, then you have a right to pursue legal action against the responsible party. The St. Petersburg wrongful death lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. can help you attain the justice your deserve. Contact our offices today at 800-931-8106 to speak with one of our experienced attorneys about your situation.