Determined New york Attorneys Handle Wrongful Death Cases
Established law firm represents families in the New York State who’ve lost a loved one
The unexpected loss of a family member is even more tragic when his or her death is caused by someone else’s negligence. While nothing can ease the loss experienced by the death of a loved one, we fight very hard to obtain the maximum compensation for that person's wrongful death.
Respected New York lawyers pursue justice for victims of negligence
A representative of a deceased person's estate may have a valid basis for a wrongful death lawsuit if the death was a direct result of another person's or organization's negligence.
Our thorough understanding of New York wrongful death laws enables us to skillfully handle all legal aspects of your case and to seek the remedy you deserve. Those laws set a time limit to pursue a wrongful death claim, so it is essential you seek the legal help you need as early as possible.
Caring counselors seek compensation for grieving families
We understand the profound impacts of the loss of a loved one, which is why we devote substantial resources to every wrongful death case we take. The damages awarded in a wrongful death lawsuit depend on a variety of factors, including the severity of the accident and the individual's suffering prior to passing. Our attorneys strive to help clients receive compensation for:
- Medical costs
- Funeral expenses
- Loss of future earnings
- Loss of love, affection and companionship
- Loss of protection and guidance
- Benefits lost due to the victim’s death, including medical insurance
We work with expert witnesses to ensure that our cases are as strong as possible. We may also collect and preserve evidence from the accident scene and obtain testimony from people with first-person knowledge of your loved one's passing. We explore all options before focusing in on a tailored legal strategy to help our clients receive the maximum compensation possible.