wrongful death

noun

Law.

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

Example Sentences

The news outlet also noted that wrongful death lawsuits had been filed on behalf of all three victims of the collision.

From Los Angeles Times

They argue the programme validated his "most harmful and self-destructive thoughts", and the lawsuit accuses OpenAI of negligence and wrongful death.

From BBC

That amount does not include uninsured losses or damages beyond those to property, such as wrongful death claims.

From Los Angeles Times

County Superior Court, where they have filed claims for negligence, aiding and abetting and wrongful death.

From Los Angeles Times

The family of an off-duty San Diego Police officer who was found dead outside a Riverside county jail hours after being arrested on suspicion of DUI has filed a wrongful death suit against Riverside County.

From Los Angeles Times