Getting Compensation in a Wrongful Death Case
When a life is lost due to an act of negligence, New York law allows the victim's family to seek compensation for all actual monetary losses, including funeral expenses, lost earnings and financial support. In certain situations, the economic value of services provided by the decedent, such as parental guidance and counseling, may be claimed.
At Tomkiel and Tomkiel, PC, our attorneys have spent more than 30 years helping families get fair compensation for lost loved ones.
If you have lost a family member because of an act of negligence, contact us today.
Proving a Negligence Claim
The first step to getting fair compensation in a wrongful death case is to prove that the accident was caused by an act of negligence.
We do this by demonstrating that the responsible party owed a duty of care to the victim. Our lawyers will build a case to show that reasonable care was not taken, and that the death was the direct result of that lack of care.
Handling All Types of Wrongful Death Claims
You can turn to our law firm to handle wrongful death claims involving:
- Workplace accidents
- Construction accidents
- Scaffold and ladder accidents
- Auto accidents
- Defective products
- Premises liability
- Medical malpractice
- Nursing home neglect and abuse
In addition to representing New York residents in these cases, we also represent families from out of the area who have lost loved ones in accidents that took place while visiting the city.
Going Beyond Wrongful Death Claims
Knowing how tragic this situation is for you, we will take great care in providing personal attention, as well as attention to all of the details.
In addition to seeking the compensation mentioned earlier, we are willing to file additional claims if the victim suffered prior to death. This claim is actually a second claim brought on behalf of the estate to seek additional compensation for pain and suffering.
We will also work with you to address all estate administration matters, to see that your loved one's assets are passed on appropriately.
No Attorney Fees Unless We Recover Money for You
All wrongful death cases are handled on a contingency basis. There is no risk to you.*
Free Consultations
Call us at 1-800-456-6757 or send us an e-mail to schedule a free consultation.
*Costs excluded, but may be advanced by the Firm until conclusion of the case.
