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New York Wrongful Death Lawyer

The death of a loved one is always tragic, but when the death is the result of another’s negligence or recklessness, the loss is especially heartbreaking. Through a wrongful death claim, surviving family members can pursue justice and compensation for their loss. At The Law Offices of Mark E. Weinberger P.C., our compassionate attorneys offer guidance and support while helping you through the claim process.

When Is A Wrongful Death Claim Appropriate?

To bring forth a wrongful death claim in New York, you must be able to demonstrate the at-fault party had a legal obligation to prevent the death and they failed to do so, resulting in the death of your loved one. If the decedent would have been justified in making a personal injury claim against the party responsible for the accident had they lived, the surviving family members likely have grounds for a wrongful death suit.

Wrongful death claims can arise from:

When a loved one has passed on, only certain people are legally eligible to file a wrongful death claim. According to the law, the decedent’s children, spouse, parents or personal representative are able to file a claim for the unjust passing of the decedent.

Tragedy Should Not Result In Financial Hardship

While no amount of money can make up for the tragic and unexpected loss of a loved one, compensatory damages from a wrongful death claim can help with unforeseen costs and lost income. The law allows you to recover compensation for:

  • Medical expenses
  • Funeral and burial costs
  • Pain and suffering
  • Lost wages and benefits
  • Loss of companionship and care

Receiving compensation for these benefits can be a vital resource in the process of moving forward after losing a loved one, but they are not always available to eligible parties. The statute of limitations for these claims only allows eligible parties two years from the date of death to file a claim. While this may seem like a long time, these claims can take months or longer to resolve. If you need these resources to help your recovery process, now is the best time to reach out to an attorney.

Turn To Our Firm For Compassionate Guidance

Our caring staff understands the emotional strain of wrongful death lawsuits. Let us help you seek closure and financial security. Please call 516-855-3715 or reach us by email to schedule a free consultation with a lawyer. From our office in Rockville Centre, we serve clients in Nassau County, Suffolk County and the five boroughs.