The unexpected loss of a loved one is a devastating experience, one made even more tragic when their death was caused by the carelessness or misconduct of a corporation. If your family member passed away due to a company’s careless actions in Arizona, you have the right to seek justice through a wrongful death lawsuit. At Ruhmann Law Firm, our compassionate attorneys are here to guide you through this difficult process and fight for the compensation your family deserves.
Proving Corporate Negligence
To successfully sue a corporation for wrongful death in Arizona, you must demonstrate that the company’s negligence directly led to your loved one’s passing. This requires showing that:
- The corporation owed your loved one a duty of care. Businesses have a legal obligation to take reasonable precautions to avoid harming others.
- The corporation breached this duty through negligent actions or failure to act. This could involve manufacturing a defective product, maintaining unsafe premises, or violating safety regulations.
- The corporation’s negligence was a direct and proximate cause of your family member’s death. You must draw a clear link between the company’s misconduct and the fatal accident or injury.
- Your family suffered damages as a result, such as medical bills, funeral expenses, lost income, and the profound loss of your loved one’s care and companionship.
Building a strong wrongful death case against a corporation requires swift action to preserve crucial evidence and testimony. The skilled legal team at Ruhmann Law Firm can thoroughly investigate the incident to uncover proof of the company’s negligence and liability.
Who is Legally Capable of Filing an Arizona Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
In Arizona, a wrongful death claim must be filed by a personal representative on behalf of the deceased person’s surviving family members. The personal representative is often named in the decedent’s will or estate plan. If there is no designated representative, the court will appoint one, typically the surviving spouse or an adult child.
If the deceased person had no surviving spouse, children, or parents, a wrongful death lawsuit may be brought by the legal representative of their estate.
Damages in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
A wrongful death lawsuit allows your family to recover damages for the many ways the death of your loved one has impacted your life. In Arizona, compensatory damages in wrongful death cases may include:
- Reasonable funeral and burial expenses
- Medical bills related to your loved one’s final injury or illness
- Lost income and benefits your loved one would have earned
- The value of the household services your loved one provided
- Loss of care, companionship, and guidance from your loved one
- The family members’ emotional pain and suffering
Work With the Right Wrongful Death Attorney
At Ruhmann Law Firm, we have a proven track record of success in holding negligent corporations accountable for the unthinkable losses they cause. We offer compassionate guidance and tireless advocacy through each step of the legal process. While we strive to negotiate a fair settlement, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial if needed.
Though your family’s grief may feel insurmountable right now, you do not have to get through this challenging time alone. Contact Ruhmann Law Firm today for a confidential consultation.