wrongful death

noun

, Law.

1. the death of a person wrongfully caused, as comprising the grounds of a damage suit.

Example Sentences

Lopez’s family filed a wrongful death government claim in March, alleging that he and his brother didn’t pose a threat to anyone.

From Los Angeles Times

The family filed suit Thursday against Universal Protection Service for wrongful death and negligent hiring, among other claims.

From Los Angeles Times

An Alabama court ruled that frozen embryos like those used in IVF can be considered “children” and that destroying them constitutes wrongful death, and more than a dozen states have introduced “fetal personhood” protection laws.

From Los Angeles Times

Jeffrey Piccolo filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Disney and the owners of a restaurant after his wife died in 2023 from a severe allergic reaction following a meal at Disney World, in Florida.

From BBC

Jeffrey Piccolo filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Disney after his wife died in 2023 from a severe allergic reaction after eating at a restaurant at the theme park.

From BBC