Brittany Murphy Wrongful Death Case Gets Weaker
Insurance companies aren’t the only ones who deny claims based on pre-existing conditions.
[Bauer Griffin Online]
New developments about Brittany Murphy’s health may prove detrimental to any wrongful death case contemplated by her husband or mother. TMZ reports that Brittany “was suffering from severe anemia and other conditions and was under a doctor’s care” during the final months of her life.
If true, it could be difficult to successfully sue Warner Bros. for her death. Brittany’s family must prove a causal link between the company’s conduct and her death. If she had pre-existing conditions, the defense will (and should) use this to show that the causal link cannot be established.
