Wrongful Death at Legal Glossary
What is it? Death caused by the fault of another. Examples of wrongful conduct that may lead to death include drinking and driving, manufacturing a deficient product, building an unstable structure or failing to diagnose a fatal disease.Law Definition Added By: Dylan
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