Wrongful Death
Accidents and situations that cause injuries can also potentially cause deaths. The loss of a loved one is devastating for any family. When the loss is the result of an accident or the wrongdoing of another person, the law provides for fair and just compensation to the survivors. Wrongful death is the legal term that refers to situations in which someone is fatally injured because of the negligence, recklessness, or intentional acts of another person or company.
Families burdened with the loss of a loved one are usually not prepared to evaluate or even consider their legal rights. They are usually preoccupied by the more important concerns of family and the emotional upheaval that occurs during this time of need. At Alexander & Catalano our team provides caring, sensitive representation to surviving family members. We help people throughout New York.
At Alexander & Catalano we understand that people who have lost loved ones should not be expected to pay lawyers' fees. We do all wrongful death and personal injury cases on contingency, charging nothing until our clients win compensation. Contact us for a free consultation in our law offices in Syracuse or Rochester, New York.
How Do Wrongful Death Cases Work?
A wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent party is generally initiated by the spouse, children, or family of the deceased person, through an attorney. A family in a wrongful death action may be able to recover damages including:
- Compensation for the pain and suffering of the deceased family member
- Hospital and medical care
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Compensation for the financial support that the deceased would have provided in the future
At Alexander & Catalano we are familiar with how devastating a loss like this could be. Let us help you put your life and lives of your family member back together.
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