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Was your loved one killed in a fatal accident in the Bronx, NY? You may be entitled to recover compensation for medical bills, lost earnings, funeral expenses, and pain and suffering. An experienced Bronx wrongful death lawyer at the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers will work tirelessly to help you get justice.
For the past 25 years, we’ve been fighting to help families recover the money they need after a tragic loss. We’ve recovered tens of millions of dollars in compensation for our clients.
We want to make things as easy as possible during this difficult time. We’re here to help, so contact our law offices in the Bronx, New York, at (212) 564 2800 to schedule a free consultation today.
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New York law gives surviving families a right to pursue compensation. Our Bronx personal injury lawyers believe families of wrongful death victims should be fully compensated for their losses. Unfortunately, it isn’t always easy to get the money you deserve.
You’ll have to present evidence about who caused your accident. Insurance companies might even try to blame your loved one for causing their own death. The at-fault party probably won’t step up and take responsibility. An experienced personal injury lawyer can make a difference in your case.
At the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, our lawyers are Top 100 Trial Lawyers and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates. We understand that every cent of compensation counts after the untimely death of your loved one. We’ve recovered some of the largest settlements and verdicts in the state, and we will work to recover maximum compensation for your loss.
When you hire our legal team to protect your family, we will:
Our Bronx personal injury attorneys can help protect your financial security. Give us a call today and learn more about how we can help your family.
Losing a loved one will change your life forever. Wrongful death is unfortunately all too common in the Bronx and across New York City.
In the month of July 2021 alone, 28 people were killed in fatal motor vehicle accidents across NYC. In 2019, 90 New Yorkers were killed in workplace accidents. A simple slip and fall accident can also be fatal. In fact, falls are the leading cause of death among New Yorkers age 65 and up.
Unfortunately, in the first eight months of 2021, the NYPD also reported 90 murders in the Bronx.
You may have a valid wrongful death claim if your loved one was killed because of someone else’s negligent or wrongful conduct. You can recover damages even if the responsible party didn’t intend to cause any harm.
Most wrongful death lawsuits are based on accidental deaths. However, you’re entitled to seek compensation even if the defendant is also facing criminal charges.
You may be entitled to damages if:
In New York, the victim’s personal representative brings an action for wrongful death. Any compensation that is recovered is distributed to the decedent’s surviving family and heirs, including:
Do you have questions about your legal rights after a loved one’s death? Call our law firm to schedule a free case review today.
It’s never easy to put a dollar value on a life. No amount of money will bring back what you’ve lost. However, it’s the only way to recover fair compensation and hold the responsible parties accountable.
Insurance companies won’t automatically hand over a settlement check for fair compensation. You’ll have to know how much your wrongful death case is worth before sitting down at the negotiating table. Many different factors are relevant in calculating the fair value of your case.
Some of those factors include:
The circumstances surrounding your loved one’s death are also important. So is the skill of your attorney.
You can trust the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, LLC to attorneys to dig deep so that we can understand how your loss has changed your life. We’ll use all of our substantial skills to recover the maximum compensation possible in your case.
New York wrongful death laws allow surviving family members to seek damages. Depending on the specific facts of your case, you may be entitled to recover damages for:
If the defendant acted intentionally, you may also be entitled to punitive damages. While punitive damages don’t compensate for any specific loss, they serve to punish defendants for especially shocking actions.
Unfortunately, insurance companies often blame fatal accident victims for their own death. Your loved one isn’t here to tell us what happened. Sometimes, these allegations are unfounded. However, it is possible that your loved one’s negligence contributed to the accident.
Shared fault doesn’t mean you’ll be barred from recovering damages. It can, however, reduce the amount of compensation you take home.
New York follows a pure contributory negligence law. Each party’s actions are considered when apportioning damages after an accident. If your loved one was partly responsible, your damages award will be reduced to account for their share of fault.
Don’t hesitate to reach out to our Bronx wrongful death attorneys for help minimizing the impact that shared fault can have in your case.
At the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, LLC, we handle all types of wrongful death actions in the Bronx, including those involving:
If someone you love has recently died in an accident, don’t hesitate to reach out for help today. We’ll do everything possible to help you hold the responsible parties accountable for the suffering they’ve caused.
While some wrongful deaths are intentional, most happen because of an accident. The person who caused the accident can still be held accountable for their careless or reckless actions.
Actions for wrongful death are usually based on negligence. Negligence means that someone failed to exercise reasonable caution under the circumstances. To succeed in recovering damages, the victim must prove:
Finding the proof you need isn’t always easy–especially when you’re grieving. Our lawyers can help by:
You have enough on your plate. Your family deserves time to heal. Our lawyers are committed to getting the best results possible in your case. We’ll explore every option to help you maximize your overall financial settlement or verdict.
To learn more about our commitment to quality legal representation, schedule a free case evaluation today.
Most of the time, you’ll have two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit. The two-year statute of limitations starts running on the date of your loved one’s death.
It’s possible that the statute of limitations may be tolled, or paused, in some cases. If the person responsible for your loved one’s death is also facing criminal charges, you’ll have one year from the end of criminal proceedings to take legal action.
You’ve already lost a loved one. You shouldn’t have to struggle financially on top of everything else. An experienced Bronx wrongful death lawyer at the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, LLC can help you fight for the compensation you deserve. Call today to schedule your free initial consultation.
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450 7th Ave Suite 1605
New York, NY 10123
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Brooklyn, NY 11242
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