Attorneys Advising Families Who Will Bring Wrongful Death Claims
A wrongful death claim is a lawsuit is unique among personal injury claims because the accident victim has passed away, so they cannot bring a lawsuit on their own behalf. Instead, a family member or representative of the decedent’s estate files the lawsuit under New Jersey’s Wrongful Death Act and Survival Statute.
Legal Remedies After A Wrongful Death
At the law firm of Koles & Burke, LLP, we help families pursue the legal remedies available to them after a wrongful death. The law provides for several types of actions. One is an action on behalf of the surviving family members of the decedent. The other is on behalf of the estate of the deceased for damages, injuries and expenses prior to his or her death. Because the beneficiaries of the decedent’s estate are usually his or her family, these two different types of claims have the same benefit to survivors. They compensate the survivors for the loss of their loved one. Finally, it may be possible to file a separate tort action to recover compensation for emotional damages caused by the wrongful death.
Seeking Financial Support After The Death Of A Loved One
For more information about wrongful death law, contact an experienced attorney for advice about your rights and options after the death of a loved one. In wrongful death and survivor actions, surviving families may be able to recover payment for losses such as:
- The loss of income and financial support
- The monetary value of guidance and care
- The value of services to the family previously provided by the deceased, such as cleaning, childcare, home maintenance and other household duties
- Hospital, medical and funeral expenses of the person who died
Building Strong Cases
Our law firm builds strong cases for clients seeking relief from the financial losses caused by the death of their loved one. We use experts such as vocational specialists, economists, geriatric nurses, and others who can attest to the financial value of the loss. In the case of a parent whose child is killed, we have structured cases to recover the value of the care that the child would have provided to an elderly parent. In the case of children whose parent is killed, we build the claim around the care the parent provided the child.
Causes Of Wrongful Death
A wrongful death can result from any accident that causes serious injury. Our lawyers have obtained settlements and verdicts for families who have lost a loved one because of:
- An automobile accident
- An aviation accident
- A motorcycle accident
- A truck accident involving a tractor trailer or big rig
- A dangerous or defective product
Act Quickly To Preserve Your Rights
The death of a loved one is a traumatic event, and the thought of initiating a legal proceeding to preserve your legal rights can be overwhelming. However, it is important to act promptly to preserve evidence, investigate the cause of the accident, and to file a lawsuit prior to the deadline imposed by the statute of limitations.
The attorneys at Koles & Burke, LLP, understand the complexities and nuances of the law and have extensive experience in dealing with wrongful death cases. We are available to answer any questions you may have regarding the loss of your loved one. Contact us by email or call 201-293-8289 to schedule a free consultation on any accident case.