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Bronx NY Wrongful Death Attorneys
Bronx NY Wrongful Death Information
There are few events in life more devastating than losing a loved one because of someone else's negligence. The sudden death of a family member can be emotionally and financially crippling. Bronx wrongful deaths can arise from many different situations. The Bronx wrongful death attorneys at Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro & Halperin, LLP treat their clients with respect and compassion while holding the at-fault party accountable for their negligence.
There are many types of unfortunate accidents that can lead to a wrongful death.
In wrongful death claims, the first step is to make a determination regarding negligence, including potential contributory negligence on the part of the deceased. Secondly, a total dollar amount of compensation is determined to evaluate the financial impact of the person's loss on his or her family.
The following damages may be recovered in a wrongful death action:
- Immediate expenses associated with the death such as medical and funeral costs
- Loss of future income, or, the victim's anticipated earnings in the future until time of retirement or death
- Loss of benefits such as health insurance and pension
- Loss of inheritance
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of care, protection and companionship to the survivors
- Punitive damages
The biggest challenge in determining the value of a wrongful death claim is to put a dollar amount on losses such as loss of love and companionship. Families of deceased victims would be well-advised to have an experienced and skilled Bronx wrongful death attorney on their side to guide them through what can be a complex and lengthy legal process.
Punitive damages are also an important component of wrongful death claims. Punitive damages are awarded in cases where there is a clear case of negligence or wrongdoing. The damages are awarded to punish the negligence. For example, in an auto product defect case, a jury may award punitive damages to send out a strong message to other auto makers and deter such negligence that proved fatal.
If you have lost a loved one as a result of someone else's negligence, please contact the law offices of Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro & Halperin, LLP for a free consultation. Our Bronx attorneys have a reputation for handling all cases with integrity, respect and sensitivity. Call us today at 212-986-7353 to find out how we can help.
