Wrongful Death

When your loved one suffers a wrongful death, it is critical that you, the surviving family members, are able to recover the compensation you are owed. The money from a wrongful death lawsuit can help pay for any losses as a result of the death, including: Lost companionship Lost wages Funeral costs Loss of future earningsView Article

When a wrongful death occurs, it is important that the decedent’s family members are able to recover compensation for losses incurred as a result of the death. If you have endured such a painful situation, you may ask questions about whether a wrongful death settlement is considered taxable income. The answer is no, wrongful death settlements are untaxable, accordingView Article

If your loved one lost his or her life as a result of another’s negligence, you may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit to help cover the losses you incurred as a result of the death. Unfortunately, not just anyone can file a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of a decedent in theView Article

Losing a loved one is never easy, but it is particularly harmful when the negligent actions of another cause the death of your family member. When someone loses their life due to another’s accidental or willful actions, the decedent’s estate may have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit. In this blog, we cover the following:View Article

Getting through any kind of injury can be difficult in its own right. Getting through the death of a loved one caused by negligence can seem almost impossible to do. When you consider the impact it has on the family, the potential hardships that come along with it, and the grieving, legal action is oneView Article

It is one of the most difficult things to experience. Losing a loved one due to negligence. This often results in the family having to deal with the emotional and financial hardships that come with the injury and subsequent death of a loved one. While legal action is not something that many people consider immediatelyView Article

When if you are in the difficult position of losing a loved one, it’s difficult to recognize what comes next. In New York’s wrongful death statute, there are specific rules and specifics that can help determine who would be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. It’s imperative to know who can hold the negligent party accountable,View Article