Wrongful Death
A wrongful death lawsuit claims that the victim was killed as a result of negligence (or other type of unjust action) on the part of the person or entity being sued, and that the victim’s survivors are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the improper conduct.
This type of claim is different from a normal negligence lawsuit, which is filed by the person injured for the resulting damages. Over the years, states have passed wrongful death laws that provide compensation for persons who may have been damaged from the death of the victim as well as an incentive to act carefully and safely. Today, all states have some form of a wrongful death claim action in force.
If you believe that you may be entitled to compensation from a wrongful death, please call David Ascher for a free, detailed, and insightful consultation at 1-(212)-964-1515.