A wrongful death occurs whenever a person was killed by the negligent or
reckless actions of another person or party. For example, if a worker
is killed because of an unsafe work environment, their employer could
be liable for failing to prevent their death. Other situations that cause
wrongful deaths include car accidents, medical malpractice, faulty products,
unsafe college hazing practices, and anytime a person’s improper
behavior triggers the death of someone else.