A wrongful death claim can be filed against a wide variety of people, companies, or government agencies. Using a car accident as a basic example, if someone was killed in an accident, their surviving family might be able to file a wrongful death claim against: -The driver of the other car -A bartender that over-served the driver if he was drunk -A government agency that failed to maintain the roadway, causing the accident -A car manufacturer that used faulty parts -A mechanic that installed parts incorrectly, causing the accident Who can or can not be held liable will very much depend on the specific circumstances that caused the death.