How long do we have to file a lawsuit?

2020-07-06T19:57:30+00:00

Generally, a wrongful death lawsuit must be filed within two (2) years of the date of death of the loved one, with certain exceptions for claims against a municipality or the State of New York which require a claim to be filed within 90 days [...]

How long do we have to file a lawsuit?2020-07-06T19:57:30+00:00

How long does a wrongful death case take?

2020-07-06T19:56:20+00:00

How long a wrongful death case takes to resolve depends on many factors.  Before a claim or lawsuit can proceed, an estate representative must be appointed to represent the estate of the person who died and later, upon settlement of the claim or case, a [...]

How long does a wrongful death case take?2020-07-06T19:56:20+00:00

What should I bring to a meeting with a wrongful death lawyer?

2020-07-06T19:54:17+00:00

For the initial meeting with an attorney regarding a wrongful death claim, it is helpful to bring a certified copy of the death certificate, a copy of the paid funeral bill and the original Last Will and Testament of your deceased loved one (if they [...]

What should I bring to a meeting with a wrongful death lawyer?2020-07-06T19:54:17+00:00

What must be proven to have a successful wrongful death claim?

2025-12-23T15:23:16+00:00

Wrongful death claims are based on the legal tort of negligence. Wrongful death negligence claims must prove four things to be successful: duty, breach, causation, and death.   The law is clear that a defendant(s) (the person(s) responsible) must breach a duty of reasonable care before an injured person can recover money [...]

What must be proven to have a successful wrongful death claim?2025-12-23T15:23:16+00:00
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