NY and NJ Wrongful Death Accident Lawyers

The wrongful death lawyers at Fishbeyn & Briskin, P.C. are experienced in handling wrongful death cases in both New York and New Jersey. Our attorneys have experience in helping clients get compensation for the wrongful death of their loved ones.

Wrongful death cases are among the saddest cases any attorney can handle. They begin when the plaintiff’s life is cut short due to the actions or inactions of another person, company, or government entity or agency. This includes the failure to maintain one’s property, a death resulting from an automobile accident, a slip and fall resulting in death, a falling object on another person’s property, or even in cases of murder or manslaughter. Any case where an untimely death is caused by something other than natural causes has the potential to be a wrongful death suit.

Damages in a wrongful death case are based on the facts of the case, including the degree to which the defendant can be found responsible, as well as the future earning potential of the deceased. The family or estate of a wrongful death victim will be able to recover these damages as a replacement or estimate of what the individual’s estate would have been worth had the premature death not occurred.  There may also be an award of pain and suffering between the time of injury and death.

When you contact the wrongful death lawyers at Fishbeyn & Briskin, expect to be asked questions regarding the wrongful death to help facilitate the pursuit of your case. This includes:

• What is your relationship to the deceased?
• How old was the deceased?
• How did your spouse/loved one die?
• Where did the wrongful death occur?
• Who owned the property when the death occurred?
• What caused their death?
• Who was responsible for the death or condition causing death?
• Did you visit an emergency room or see any doctors about the injury that caused death?
• What was the deceased’s salary or annual earning?
• Were there any witnesses who saw the accident?
• Was any report created concerning the accident?

These and other questions will help our experienced wrongful death attorneys evaluate your case and advise you on your rights, as well as the steps involved in pursuing your claim.

The first step is to CALL our office. There is no charge for a consultation, and we will be happy to meet with you at our office, your home or in any other convenient location. Each case has unique facts and circumstances that affect how the case is handled and what the estate of the deceased will be entitled to. Our experienced wrongful death attorneys can explain what is required to pursue a wrongful death claim in either New York or New Jersey, and can begin the process of investigating your case.