How Long Do Wrongful Death Cases Take?

 It will take some time to process the death of your loved one. Your grief may be complicated by the fact that their death could have been prevented. If your loved one died as the result of someone else’s incompetence, negligence, recklessness, or malice, then you can hold that person or organization accountable. Your first step should be to call a NY personal injury lawyer. 

If you are a spouse, parent, child, sibling, or first-generation grandchild of the departed, you can bring a wrongful death lawsuit against the person responsible for their death. If you are not a spouse or blood relative of the deceased but you depended on them for financial support, you may still be able to make a claim. It is important to speak with your NY wrongful death lawyer to figure out your options. 

Such lawsuits are designed to provide financial compensation to those who have suffered a sudden loss of companionship and material support. As part of your wrongful death claim, you can seek damages for medical costs, loss of earnings, loss of benefits, funeral expenses, loss of consortium, and other losses. 

As the lawsuit unfolds, it is important to remain patient. Wrongful death suits can often be lengthy and complicated, especially if you are going up against a wealthy individual or corporation. There may be multiple motions and depositions involved. You may also need your NY wrongful death attorney to undertake an investigation to fully determine the circumstances that led to the death of your loved one. This can delay the filing of the lawsuit for months. 

Wrongful death cases can take from several months to several years. And even if the respondent decides to settle, it can take some time to negotiate a settlement that is fair and reasonable. If you intend to file a wrongful death suit, then you should speak to NY Personal Injury Attorneys at the Law Office of Todd J. Krouner.