In order to argue for wrongful death in a negligence claim, a plaintiff must prove that the police officer disregarded department policies regarding force measures, use of restraints, medical concerns, and/or transporting procedures.

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To argue for wrongful death in a negligence claim, a plaintiff must prove that the defendant owed a duty to the deceased, breached that duty, the breach caused the death, and damages resulted. While disregarding department policies can be evidence of negligence, it is not the sole requirement.

In Order to Argue for Wrongful Death in a Negligence