While all deaths provide families with a difficult time, if the death occurred as a result of action or the negligence of another there may be a circumstance of wrongful death. If this is the case, it is important to know that in New York, there is a short time frame available to file a wrongful death claim.
Some of the possible scenarios of when a wrongful death has occurred includes:
- Deadly car crashes
- Motorcyclist injuries
- Truck fatalities
- Construction accidents leading to injury
- House fires and fatal burns
- Electrocutions
- Drownings
In a scenario like this, it is important to hire an attorney that will take the time to learn about the person you lost, find out how the passing of your loved one has affected you and guide you through the sometimes complicated process of filing a wrongful death claim. In the state of New York, there are detailed statutes and cases that indicate what the surviving members are entitled to receive after a wrongful death. There are two main entitlements: the payment for lost lifetime earnings and compensation for the pain and suffering your loved one endured.
With over thirty three (33) years as a practicing attorney Barton L. Slavin, Esq. leads a staff and network of experienced attorneys that meets both corporate and personal legal needs.
Contact Barton Slavin, Esq. of Slavin & Slavin, Esqs. at (212) 233 -1010 or send an email to barton@nycattorneys.com. Consultations are free.
We work hard to make sure that all of your concerns are properly addressed and that your matter is resolved in a timely manner. Slavin & Slavin Attorneys at Law
What makes Barton L. Slavin different from other attorneys is that he has an in-depth knowledge of the medicine and an understanding of effective communication methods to present a case to the jury in the Courtroom or the Mediator in a settlement meeting.
Your case will be prepared with the guidance and advice of Hon. Joseph Slavin, who as a Trial Judge for 20 years presided over approximately 1,000 Jury Trials (Medical Malpractice, Tort, Felony Criminal Cases including Homicide and Drug Cases).
Barton L. Slavin received an AV Rating of Very High / Pre-eminent Martindale Hubbell Lawyer Rating. This is the highest ranking, which signifies that the lawyer has reached the heights of professional excellence.
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