New York Wrongful Death Attorney

Wrongful death refers to situations when someone dies or is killed due to the negligence of another. Wrongful death cases occur in a number of different situations, including automobile accidents, construction site accidents, and medical malpractice.

The goal of a wrongful death case is to compensate the survivors and beneficiaries for their loss. Damages can sometimes include the mental anguish which includes loss of a loved one; the loss in income of the person who died; and the medical treatment and hospitalization of the person who died.

Family members often find it difficult to pursue legal action soon after a loss, but the importance of a prompt investigation of the circumstances of the death, including collecting evidence can not be underestimated.

A wrongful death lawsuit alleges that the victim was killed as a result of the negligence (or other liability) on the part of the defendant and that the surviving dependents or beneficiaries are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the defendant's conduct. Losing a loved one is hard enough without also having to worry about the negligence or intentional misconduct that led to the loved one’s death.

Damages that may be recovered in a wrongful death lawsuit include: medical and funeral expenses associated with the death; loss of the victim's anticipated earnings; loss of benefits, such as pension, caused by the victim's death; loss of inheritance; pain and suffering, or mental anguish to the survivors; loss of care, protection and companionship to the survivors; general damages; and punitive damages.

A claim may be denied if it is filed after the statute of limitations has run, even if it is a valid claim. It is important that you speak with a qualified New York wrongful death attorney at your earliest opportunity in order to preserve your rights. Taking early action may also help to safeguard evidence and/or locate witnesses that you may need to win your case. Contact New York wrongful death lawyer, Leandros Vrionedes.