Indifference to Human Life
Common sense and basic decency would seem to dictate that when a person’s life is in danger, anyone who is able so safely intervene should do so. Unfortunately, people sometimes fail to meet this reasonable duty. Naturally, taking any intentional actions that would put others’ lives at risk is also unacceptable to most reasonable people. Under the legal concept of intentional torts, certain criminal actions like these may also be prosecuted in a civil setting.
We understand that the thought of engaging in a legal battle may be daunting in the midst of emotional distress. But it may be necessary to ensure that you have the resources that you need to cope with the negative effects of your loved one’s death. Contact the Pennsylvania wrongful death lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511 to learn more about your legal rights.
Examples of Indifference to Human Life
The legal term “indifference to human life” can cover a variety of callous civil and criminal offenses. One common example is a charge of “accessory to murder.” Sometimes people violate the law by deliberately committing assault or taking chances with others’ lives, but some cases are more subtle. Indifference to human life can be a deliberate choice or an act of negligence, such as:
- Failure to withdraw a product that is known to be deadly
- Driving a vehicle from which someone fatally shoots someone
- Failure to alert police or other authorities about a person’s declaration of intent to kill
- Not seeking emergency medical treatment for a grievously injured person
If you have lost a member of your family to another party’s careless actions, you may want to schedule a consultation with an experienced Pennsylvania wrongful death attorney.
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There are many possible reasons to consider filing a legal action related to your loved one’s needless death as the result of another person or company’s negligence. Contact the Pennsylvania wrongful death lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511.