Striding into the future of legal practice, one cannot deny the evolving landscape of wrongful death law. A branch of tort law, wrongful death claims arise when a person is killed due to the negligence or misconduct of another party. Such scenarios, as melancholic as they are, demand just recompense, a torch carried by the wrongful death lawyers. With the advent of technology and shifts in societal structures, it is indispensable to forecast the future of these legal gladiators.

The definition of wrongful death, for the uninitiated, is the demise of an individual as a direct result of misconduct or negligence by another party. The culpability in wrongful death suits is expressed exclusively in terms of monetary compensation, unlike criminal proceedings where penalties include imprisonment. It is relevant as it offers an avenue for grieving families to seek justice. The future of this specialized field is contingent on the legal, social, and technological trends in our society.

One prediction, steeped in the crucible of ongoing legal evolution, centers on an expanded definition of 'loss.' Traditionally, the 'loss' in wrongful death suits refers to quantifiable financial losses, such as the decedent's earning capacity. However, the future might see an acknowledgment of the irreparable emotional toll the death of a loved one takes on a family.

Given the propensity of courts to better accommodate the human experience in their verdicts, we could expect non-economic damages, such as emotional distress, loss of companionship, and loss of consortium, to gain more weight in wrongful death cases. This would entail a recalibration of the traditional economic models used in calculating damages, incorporating elements of behavioral economics, and psychological sciences.

Another trend to consider is the role of artificial intelligence (AI). The legal profession has been slow in adopting AI, but the tide is changing. AI could potentially revolutionize the practice of law, particularly in the realm of discovery and research. In wrongful death cases, this could mean a more efficient, comprehensive, and accurate fact-finding process.

However, it is essential to consider the potential tradeoffs of AI adoption. Although it could mean reduced labor and increased precision, there may be concerns about the erosion of legal intuition and strategy. Lawyers' judgment, honed by years of experience and practice, still holds primacy in devising legal tactics, a nuance that AI might not be capable of capturing.

Moreover, the rise of telemedicine and its integration into healthcare could also have implications for wrongful death lawyers. As remote healthcare services grow, we could foresee an increase in medical malpractice claims involving telemedicine services. This would require wrongful death lawyers to familiarize themselves with the intricacies of telemedicine and its regulatory framework.

Finally, one cannot ignore the societal shift toward accountability and transparency. The public demand for corporations, institutions, and individuals to be held responsible for their actions could influence how wrongful death lawsuits are prosecuted and adjudicated. In this environment, wrongful death lawyers would need to adapt, developing strategies that align with the ethos of accountability.

In conclusion, the future of wrongful death law is a tapestry woven with threads from various disciplines - law, technology, economics, and society. While speculating the specifics remains a herculean task, it is clear that the role of wrongful death lawyers will adapt, evolve, and transform in years to come. Perhaps, therein lies the beauty of the legal profession, and, more so, in wrongful death law. It reflects the dynamism and resilience of our society, serving as a testament to our unyielding pursuit of justice.