Articles Posted in Wrongful Death

In Southern California, a lawsuit is being brought against Los Angeles County for the death of a 43-year old woman. The personal injury case seeks $45 million, claiming negligence, wrongful death, and medical malpractice against the county-staffed Martin Luther King Jr.-Harbor Hospital.

According to reports, the woman, Edith Rodriguez, was at the Los Angeles hospital’s emergency room, withering in pain for 45 minutes. During this time she was screaming for help and vomiting blood, but was refused to be seen. Instead, she was discharged and placed on a bench located outside of the hospital. County officers brought her back inside to try and get help, but Edith was again not seen.

Edith eventually became unresponsive and was, at last, taken into be seen. Sadly, this step was too late. Edith died in the emergency room from a perforated bowel. The hospital has since been downsized since this incidence as it was found not to meet Federal health standards.

When someone you love dies, it can be one of the most difficult struggles to deal with. When that person is killed because of someone else’s negligence or intentional actions, it is nothing less than devastating. When this occurs, it is called wrongful death, meaning someone is killed because of another person’s misconduct, negligence, or intentional action.

Often times when a wrongful death occurs, the family of the deceased can receive compensation for the money and support they would have received if the person was still living. For example, if a father suffered from a wrongful death, the mother and children of the father may be able to receive compensation for the money the father would have provided to take care of his family. Money, of course, will never be able to replace the one you love.

If you have a loved one who has suffered a wrongful death, you should contact a knowledgeable and competent attorney who can explain your situation and following options. If you would like to talk to me, please call the Law Offices of Moseley Collins. I can give you the advice and help that you are looking for.