Wrongful Death Attorneys
NY Metro Area , and throughout all of New York and New JerseyWrongful Death Claims
Over the years, The Injury Group has seen how devastating it can be for families to lose a loved one due to another’s recklessness or wrongdoing. We are dedicated to helping surviving family members seek justice for their loved ones and recover the financial compensation needed to move forward from such a tragic loss. Our expert personal injury attorneys can help you understand your legal rights and options after the wrongful death of a family member.
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Causes of Wrongful Deaths
Unfortunately, devastating accidents happen every day across the country that tragically cut someone’s life short, and someone besides the deceased is often to blame for these deaths. In Wrongful death lawsuits can involve a wide range of fatal accidents, including:
Medical malpractice, which can occur when a healthcare provider fails to provide adequate treatment or care, resulting in a patient's death.
Car accidents.
Workplace accidents, particularly in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and transportation.
Defective products, such as faulty vehicles or medical devices.
Defending Your Right to Compensation After Wrongful Death
During a wrongful death claim, families hold an at-fault party accountable for the death of a loved one in a fatal accident. The type of accident generally does not matter, as long as it can be proven that the responsible party’s negligent or wrongful actions caused the death. Through a wrongful death claim, the survivors may pursue compensation for the economic and non-economic damages caused by the death, such as medical bills, pain and suffering, and funeral costs. If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent actions of another person, The Injury Group can help. We have years of experience recovering compensation for grieving families throughout New Jersey and New York.
Our Legal Process
1. Investigation and Gathering Evidence
Our personal injury team will first investigate the circumstances of the death and gather evidence to prove that your loved one died due to another person’s negligence. This may involve reviewing medical records, police reports, and any other documents relevant to the case, as well as conducting interviews with witnesses and consulting with experts.
2. Determining Liability
Once the attorney has gathered all of the necessary information, they will work to determine liability for the death. This may involve reviewing applicable laws and regulations, as well as determining whether any parties were negligent or engaged in misconduct that contributed to the death.
3. Negotiation and Settlement or Litigation and Trial
Depending on the circumstances of the case, the attorney will either negotiate a fair settlement with the insurance company and other parties involved, or proceed to litigation and trial. During the trial, the attorney will present evidence, call witnesses, and argue on behalf of their client to prove liability and recover fair compensation for the loss suffered by the surviving family members. Through the legal process, The Injury Group works to keep the family informed and involved in every step of the case and ensures that proper compensation is received for their loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Injury Group’s wrongful death lawyers have handled cases involving car accidents, medical malpractice, premises liability, construction accidents, and more, and can answer any questions you may have about your case, including how much your case may be worth.
While no amount of money can erase such a tragic loss for you and your family, it is possible to obtain significant financial compensation to assist with life after the death of a loved one. The value of a wrongful death case depends on medical and funeral expenses, lost income and future earning potential, pain and suffering, loss of companionship, and punitive damages.