• Evidence
• Preponderance of Evidence
• Judge or Jury Trial

In order to prove fault in a wrongful death case, evidence is necessary from witnesses. Witnesses must testify to exactly what they saw or heard relating to the death. Physical evidence such as medical reports, declarations from witnesses and police reports may be reliable evidence. Expert evidence may be used to further explain issues that may not be overly obvious to the judge or jury. This is often used in product liability cases, vehicle safety incidents and workplace safety issues.

Evidence of potential damages must also be presented in order to prove to the judge or jury that a recovery should be in order. Items such as bank records, business transaction documents and employer records are also commonly used as evidence. Sufficient evidence must be presented by the plaintiff to convince the judge or jury to rule in their favor. Once all evidence and testimony has been presented, a verdict in the case will be issued.

An experienced Fort Lauderdale wrongful death attorney can help ensure that your rights are protected and determine the best course of action.

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