About Wrongful Death

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Death is a tragedy no matter what the situation. The loss of someone you love brings sadness and pain. If you are suffering a loss due to the negligent act of someone, you may be eligible for compensation. In a wrongful death litigation, you must prove that a negligent, reckless or possibly intentional act was committed that caused the death of your loved one.

Sometimes, it's a case where a person or company has an obligation or specific duty to act or perform in a way that protects life and promotes safety. Doctors have a responsibility to follow certain codes of ethics and rules of procedure. Truck drivers complete special education, testing and licensing in order to satisfy the requirement of operating a vehicle weighing thousands of pounds in a safe manner. Factories have a responsibility to make sure their environments are safe places to work. Pharmaceutical companies are required by the government to ensure their drugs and equipment is safe for human use. Huge corporations have a responsibility to ensure that their products are not defective and dangerous for humans to operate.

These professions bring in sales and income in the billions every year. You've heard it said, "With privilege, comes responsibility". These individuals, companies and organizations are expected to the highest degree to not take human life for granted. It's hard to lose someone you love, but it is especially tragic and painful to lose someone simply because those you trusted to protect life were negligent.

If the person you lost was your child, spouse or a parent, you may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit. In some states, other close family members may also qualify to initiate wrongful death litigations. Were you a personal representative, guardian or other caretaker of the deceased? If the answers to that question are yes, then depending on the state's rules where you live, we may be able to help you. If you believe that you have evidence that the loss of your loved one was caused by the negligent, reckless or even the intentional act of someone who has the responsibility to protect human life, then Napoli Bern Ripka Law Firm would like to speak with you.

You may be entitled to compensation for your loss. We understand that this is a difficult time for you, so let us be strong for you. Let the Napoli Bern Ripka Law Firm work hard to bring you everything that you deserve. We know that compensation in the form of a settlement will never replace what you lost. But, relief from financial worries can at least ease some of the stress and mental anguish. Take a moment and fill out the "Quick Contact" form on the Home Page of this website.

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