WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEY WESTCHESTER COUNTY NY

WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEY WESTCHESTER COUNTY NY

Westchester County Wrongful Death Lawyers

 

The death of a parent, spouse, registered domestic partner, or child is a devastating event for everyone. Our White Plains wrongful death lawyers are ready to assist you at this difficult time. We realize that more than simply grieving is required; you also want to hold the negligent parties accountable.
 

What is wrongful death?
 

Wrongful death is a death caused by the negligent, willful, or wrongful act of another.
 

Examples of wrongful death cases
 

There is really no end to the ways in which one person may be to blame for the death of another. Some more common ones include:
 

• Assault

• Battery

• Vehicular manslaughter

• Workplace accidents

• Negligence

• And more
   

Wrongful death claims can be made against an individual, multiple individuals, or a company.
 

Whether you lost a loved one because of unsafe working conditions, a defective airbag, or medical malpractice, the wrongful death attorneys at Curan & Ahlers will help you to fight for financial compensation and justice.
 

Who can file a wrongful death claim in New York?
 

In New York, only the "personal representative" can file a wrongful death claim. The "personal representative" is the person handling the estate for the deceased. While only the "personal representative" can file the claim, it is still filed on behalf of the deceased beneficiaries, which can be their spouse, children, or parents.
 

What sort of compensation are the beneficiaries able to collect in a wrongful death claim?
 

In New York, damages for a wrongful death claim are supposed to be "fair and just compensation for the pecuniary injuries resulting from the decedent's death to the persons for whose benefit the action is brought" (nysentate.gov).
This typically means that you may be able to collect compensation for lost wages, benefits, and inheritance. You can collect for medical bills related to an injury that led to the death, as well as funeral expenses. Punitive damages may also be awarded.
 

How long do you have to file a wrongful death claim in New York?
 

In New York, you have up to two years after a wrongful death to file a claim. This is known as the statute of limitations. While that is quite a bit of time, you really want to act soon as your case may depend on evidence which needs to be collected as soon as possible.
 

Work with a wrongful death lawyer Westchester County NY
 

The wrongful death attorneys at Curan & Ahlers will work tirelessly for you and your family, and there is no fee unless we collect damages on your behalf. Please call us today for a free case evaluation so that we can help you through this difficult time.