If a recently a relative that was living with m, fell and died because of that fall, can her estate sue me?
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If a recently a relative that was living with m, fell and died because of that fall, can her estate sue me?
I have a blanket liability insurance rider.
Asked on March 12, 2014 under Personal Injury, Illinois
Answers:
Anne Brady / Law Office of Anne Brady
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Her estate can not sue you. Her surviving relatives might be able to sue you if you were to blame for her fall. For example, if you knew of a dangerous condition in your home and failed to warn her about it and it caused her to fall, you would be cupable for her wrongful death.
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