NYC WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEY
When a person injured by negligence does not survive, it’s a wrongful death. That’s when you need an experienced NYC wrongful death attorney. If someone in your family has been the victim of wrongful death, you may have the right to seek compensation for their pain and suffering and for their loss to your family. Such a tragedy requires an experienced NYC wrongful death attorney to handle the case. We leave no stone unturned to get money damages for unpaid medical bills, funeral arrangements, lost wages and other damages incurred due to a wrongful death,
YOU NEED SENSITIVE CARING LEGAL HELP
With a shattered world due to loss, it is difficult enough to get through the day, but there are many details that need to be attended to when a loved one passes. If the victim was the family’s primary breadwinner, the financial impact can be devastating as well. An experienced NYC Wrongful Death Attorney will help you navigate positively towards the future with financial compensation in place, while you go through the grieving process.
NYC Wrong Death Attorney, Wittenstein & Wittenstein, has been helping people in their time of need for over 60 years. We are proud to serve New York City residents in: Manhattan, Queens, The Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens. We also serve Long Island and Westchester.
TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE
It is natural to want to put off legal proceedings, which may feel distastful right after a traumatic loss. This is not the best course because many claims have short filing deadlines and your rights could be lost with delay. Consult with our NYC Wrongful Death Attorneys today to make sure your claims are preserved.
MONEY FOR EXPENSES WILL HELP YOUR FAMILY
Nothing can bring back your loved one, but help with expenses will benefit your family. It is possible to claim the following types of compensation for wrongful death due to negligence:
- Loss of support
- Loss of care and protection
- Pain and suffering
- Medical expenses
- Funeral costs
- Lost wages
- Loss of financial contribution and future inheritance
The best time to start your claim is right now, as delays can jeopardize your rights. At NYC Wrongful Death Attorney, Wittenstein & Wittenstein, we provide a free consultation for families of victims of wrongful death. Please make an appointment at our comfortable office in Forest Hills with free parking, and we’ll set your mind at ease by answering all your questions fully and completely.
NYC WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEY
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