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Birmingham Wrongful Death Attorneys

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Birmingham Wrongful Death Attorneys

A wrongful death claim is a type of personal injury lawsuit that seeks compensation for those who have lost a loved one due to another party's negligence and/or recklessness.

At Jaffe & Erdberg, P.C., we have over 12 year of experience advocating our clients' rights and winning settlements for those who have lost a loved one to a wrongful death. With our expertise in complexities of personal injury law, we can effectively argue wrongful death claims in trial, negotiate sizable settlements and help you recover from tragedy of a wrongful death.

If you have recently lost a loved one and suspect that you have a wrongful death claim, contact us today to talk to experienced wrongful death attorneys who can thoroughly evaluate your claim and help you win the compensation you deserve.

Causes of Wrongful Death and Wrongful Death Statistics

Wrongful deaths can occur as a result of a variety of events, including:

  • Medical malpractice, which includes misdiagnosing patients, failing to diagnose them properly, failing to provide prompt or appropriate treatments, etc.

According to research conducted by the Institute of Medicine (IOM), about 98,000 Americans die annually due to preventable medical mistakes. Of these, around 7,000 wrongful deaths occur as a result of medication errors.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 45,300 Americans die each year as a result of motor vehicle accidents. Currently, this fact makes vehicle accidents the leading cause of wrongful death in the U.S.

Of the fatalities resulting vehicle accidents, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that nearly 18,000 are caused by drunk drivers.

  • Product liability, which includes product flaws resulting from design flaws, manufacturing defects, failure to advertise or inform consumers of a product's potential dangers, etc. "Products" can include anything from toys and electronics to medications and housewares.

Statistics for deaths resulting from unsafe products are divided by product. For example, 26 newborns die each year in the U.S. as a result of flawed cribs. Overall, product liability cases makeup about 7 percent of all personal injury cases.

  • Unsafe premises, which can result from poor lighting, unguarded stairways, unsafe equipment (such as ladders), slippery or wet flooring, lack of warning or safety signs, etc.

Over 19,600 Americans die each year due to slip and fall injuries in unsafe conditions.

  • Workplace accidents, which can include assaults, falls, contact with unsafe equipment, exposure to toxins or other harmful substances, etc.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, over 5,800 individuals die as a result of workplace accidents each year.

Following a Wrongful Death

It's crucial that families meet with one of Jaffe & Erdberg's esteemed wrongful death lawyers for a free initial consultation, during which they can learn about their legal rights and develop the best legal strategy for their unique circumstances.

Those who decide to follow through with a wrongful death lawsuit can recover compensation for:

  • funeral and burial costs
  • past medical bills
  • lost wages
  • pain and suffering

At Jaffe & Erdberg, P.C., we understand the trauma and heartache associated with wrongful death cases and we strive to handle these matters with compassion and commitment we would expect for our own families. Our attorneys will provide your family with a clear explanation of your legal rights and options and will be dedicated to results from start to finish.

For a free consultation with an experienced Birmingham personal injury attorney, contact Jaffe & Erdberg, P.C.. We would be happy to arrange an initial consultation or case evaluation.

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