A wrongful death claim is one that arises from the death of an individual that was caused by the negligence or intentional conduct of another person. (radlawfirm.com)
These might include claims for negligence, property damage, or even intentional conduct (such as assault or battery). (mytexasinjurylawyers.com)
Although intentional conduct can be mistaken for negligence in some cases, they are actually quite distinct. (wardsmithlaw.com)