Liability notwithstanding death.

(a) An action may be maintained against a person whose wrongful act causes the death of another. (b) If the death of a person was caused by a wrongful act, neglect or default of a vessel, an action in rem may be maintained against the vessel. (c) If a person whose wrongful act caused the death of another dies before an action under this section is commenced, the action may be maintained against a personal representative.