What is the Burden of Proof in a New Jersey Wrongful Death Claim?
To win a wrongful death claim in New Jersey, the personal representative of the decedent’s estate must show that the defendant’s actions, whether they were negligent, willful or reckless, “more likely than not” caused the fatality. In other words, there is more than a 50-50 chance that the defendant is responsible. This legal standard of… Read More »