Wrongful Death Actions

Manhattan Wrongful Death Lawyers

People grieving over the loss of a loved one need help and support to get them through a difficult time. When the loss was the result of a fatal accident caused by negligence or misconduct, it’s even worse. The knowledge that the fatality could have been prevented is overwhelming. At Shandell, Blitz, Blitz & Ashley, we help people after a wrongful death. We file claims seeking compensation for the wrongful death that allow survivors to start putting their lives back together. If you have experienced the wrongful death of a loved one, contact our Manhattan law firm to learn if we can help you. Call for a free initial consultation.

Attorneys with experience, sensitivity, and compassion

At Shandell, Blitz, Blitz & Ashley, our lawyers have been helping people seek compensation for the wrongful death of a loved one for more than 30 years. We understand the sensitivity of these actions. We also understand the legal issues involved. We have been able to navigate the emotional and legal difficulties of wrongful death suits, obtaining compensation for many grieving families. We want to help.

Causes of wrongful death

Any accident that can cause a serious injury can also cause a death. Our lawyers have handled many wrongful death claims including those arising from:

• Automobile accidents
• Medical malpractice
• Truck accidents
• Defective products
• Construction site accidents

What does a wrongful death claim include?

When you suffer the wrongful death of a loved one, your world is turned upside down. You worry about the bills, the house, and the children. You wonder about minor things, such as who will pick the kids up from school? In our wrongful death claims, our attorneys build a comprehensive case that covers everything, from the significant to the mundane. You have lost the income, pension, and medical insurance provided by a spouse and parent. You have also lost the companionship and support of that person. The legal term, loss of consortium, is how lawyers describe all the non-financial losses you experience when a loved one is suffers a wrongful death. We work hard to make sure that these losses are enumerated accurately in the wrongful death actions we file.

Our attorneys welcome the chance to talk with families about their rights and options. Contact us today to learn if we can help you with a wrongful death claim.