Wrongful Death

How a New York Wrongful Death Lawyer Can Help

If a loved one has died due to negligence or malpractice on the part of another person, institution, organization, or business, you are entitled to file for compensation under wrongful death statutes and survivor action laws. The experienced and trustworthy attorneys at the Bulldog Law Group are knowledgeable about all of the laws governing wrongful death suits in New York.

They understand your grief and they understand the importance of seeking justice on the part of your loved one, to ensure that no other members of the community suffer the same devastating and profound grief and loss. Contact our New York law firm today for a no-cost case consultation to discuss the details of your case with our lawyers and to learn your best options for seeking justice.

Types of Wrongful Death Cases

Rarely are two wrongful death cases exactly alike. And certainly, a good wrongful death lawyer in New York is going to treat you and your case with their utmost devotion. The attorneys at the Bulldog Law Group understand your unique parameters, and will know how best to seek justice. But some incidents are more common than others, and certain types of wrongful death incidents can be grouped together. The following list offers a glimpse of what some of the more common wrongful death situations are:
  • Car Accidents
  • Truck Accidents
  • Bicycle Accidents
  • Pedestrian Accidents
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Defective Products
  • Medication Errors

Wrongful Death and the Legal Process

The laws that stipulate what types of claims can be brought in the wake a wrongful death accident, and what types of damages can be claimed, are complicated. An experienced New York wrongful death lawyer is best-suited to guiding a client through the process of filing a wrongful death suit and securing the surviving family a recovery settlement to help compensate for their loss.

The family, spouse, or loved one of a person who died as the result of a preventable accident may file two different types of legal actions, a “wrongful death” suit and a “survivor action.” In most cases, the deceased patient’s family files both actions as one lawsuit. There are differences in the types of damages that are available in each action. The estate of a deceased patient may be entitled to recover damages for the pre-death pain and suffering of the patient as well as the medical bills and other associated costs.

Wrongful Death Actions and Survivor Actions

As part of a medical malpractice wrongful death claim the family of the deceased patient would have to prove a number of points including, but not limited to: A medical mistake made by the defendant caused the death of the patient.

The surviving family members suffered loss as a direct result of the patient’s death. The family members should be compensated for their loss by the hospital, physician or another party responsible for the medical error.
In a wrongful death action, the survivors do not sue for harm to the patient, but for the damage the survivors suffered because of the patient’s death. Damages claimed as part of a wrongful death suit may include: Loss of financial support provided by the patient.
Loss of companionship and emotional support of the deceased; Survival action damages. Survival actions are also wrongful death which means there is a claim for pecuniary loss and loss of services that the child provided to their parent, usually not a loss of income claim (consider funeral expenses as well as pain and suffering, and medical bills).

Bulldog Law Group Wrongful Death Attorney

Wrongful death litigation may be applicable any time a person’s death is caused by another’s negligence or inaction. Obviously, when it comes to personal injury litigation, it doesn’t get any more serious than wrongful death. And while one might wish that such events never happen, wrongful deaths do occur, and in such instances, a New York wrongful death lawyer can be invaluable. Due to the fact that the main point of contact for an attorney is deceased for these types of cases, a wrongful death lawyer will conduct thorough investigations to build a case.

Wrongful death tragedies can happen as a result of all sorts of so-called accidents—including slip and falls, public transportation incidents and motorcycle accidents. If a deadly incident is caused by a person’s or business’s negligent behavior in New York, that person or entity may be held financially liable for the wrongful loss of life and for the damages suffered by grieving family members.

For cases involving  children, a claim on behalf of a minor is generally brought by their parent because the minor does not have the capacity. The court must approve any settlement that was raised or any distribution of funds for cases involving minors, as the process is modified from those who reached the age of majority.

The New York injury attorneys at the Bulldog Law Group are experienced in this role. They will help you understand how the liability laws in New York apply to your wrongful death case and help you feel comfortable as you embark on what can be a complicated legal process. Our New York wrongful death lawyers have witnessed an array of troubling stories, and they take pride in helping those in need. If you’re considering seeking justice in the form of a wrongful death claim, let us fight for you and your loved ones.

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If you or a loved one has been involved in a wrongful death caused by another’s  carelessness or negligence, contact our attorneys at the Bulldog Law Group, P.C., at (934) 221-1258 for a free initial consultation and case evaluation today.
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