Wrongful death is defined as an incident in which a person is killed as the result of someone else’s recklessness, negligence, or intentional harm. The wrongful death attorneys at Lipsig, Shapey, Manus & Moverman, P.C. have helped the families of many individuals who have died a wrongful death, and we understand the traumatic nature of such an event.

There Are Many Possible Causes of a Wrongful Death
The most common circumstances that result in a wrongful death include:

• Medical malpractice
• Reckless driving
• Airplane crashes
• Workplace accidents
• Unsafe premises
• Defective products, including pharmaceuticals

Liability for a Wrongful Death
These are just a few of the possible causes of a wrongful death. Liability for an accident or death is a complex issue; knowledgeable personal injury attorneys can determine whether the family of the deceased may have a valid wrongful death case.

The Family of the Deceased May Act
The husband or wife, children and parents of the deceased are among those who may pursue a legal action for wrongful death. If a minor child would be the appropriate person to file a wrongful death claim, he or she will need an adult guardian to act on his/her behalf.

Losses in a Wrongful Death
No matter what the circumstances of a wrongful death, the family members left behind will be faced not only with the shock and heartache of losing a loved one; many difficult financial challenges are ahead, including costs and losses such as:

• Medical and hospital bills
• Funeral and burial expenses
• Loss of financial support from the deceased, including future earnings
• Loss of a parent’s training and guidance
• Loss of the companionship of a spouse, parent, child or other loved one
• Emotional pain and suffering of the survivors
• Compensation for the deceased's suffering

Speak to One of Our Attorneys about Your Loss
New York and federal statutes of limitations provide deadlines for filing a wrongful death claim. If you suspect or know that the death of your family member was a wrongful death, contact the New York City personal injury attorneys of Lipsig, Shapey, Manus & Moverman today to explore your legal rights.