Wrongful death claims address when a person dies due to the legal fault or negligence of another person or entity. Wrongful death lawsuits seek to provide compensation for the survivors’ loss, which may include funeral expenses, lost wages from the deceased, and lost companionship. These types of lawsuits can cover a wide range of fatal accidents, from simple car accidents to detailed medical malpractice or product liability cases. Persons, businesses, and even governments can be legally at fault for acting either negligently or intentionally in cases of wrongful death.