WHY HIRE ME AS YOUR
WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEY?
When a loved one is killed due to someone else’s negligence in New York, your family is not only dealing with unimaginable grief—you are also forced to confront insurance companies, corporations, and defense attorneys whose goal is to pay as little as possible.
You deserve an advocate who stands firmly on the other side of that fight.
At HaddLegal, I represent families in New York wrongful death cases, holding negligent individuals, companies, and institutions accountable for preventable tragedies.
As a New York wrongful death lawyer, I handle fatal accident claims involving:
- Car accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle crashes
- Construction accidents and unsafe job sites
- Medical malpractice and hospital negligence
- Premises liability, including slip and fall fatalities
- Workplace accidents and industrial incidents
- Defective products and dangerous equipment
- Nursing home abuse and neglect
- Pedestrian and bicycle fatalities
Wrongful death claims in New York are complex and strictly governed by statute. These cases require immediate investigation, preservation of evidence, and a clear legal strategy to maximize recovery.
I work with families to pursue full compensation under New York law, including:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Loss of financial support and benefits
- Loss of parental guidance and services
- Medical expenses related to the final injury or illness
At its core, a wrongful death case is about accountability. It is about ensuring that the responsible party is held liable—and that your family has the financial stability to move forward.
If your loved one’s death was caused by negligence in New York, you have the right to seek justice.
NEW YORK WRONGFUL DEATH LAWYER
When negligence takes a life, the impact is immediate and permanent. Families are left dealing with grief, financial instability, and unanswered questions—all while facing insurance companies and corporate defendants focused on limiting their exposure.
At HaddLegal, we represent families across New York who have lost loved ones due to wrongful death. Our role is simple: hold the responsible parties accountable and secure the full compensation your family is entitled to under the law.
WHAT IS A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM IN
NEW YORK
A wrongful death claim arises when a person dies due to the negligence, recklessness, or wrongful act of another party.
Under New York Estates, Powers and Trusts Law § 5-4.1, only the personal representative of the estate can bring a wrongful death action on behalf of surviving family members.
These cases are civil claims separate from any criminal proceedings and are focused on financial accountability and compensation.
TIME LIMITS TO FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM IN NEW YORK
In most cases, the statute of limitations for wrongful death in New York is
two (2) years from the date of death.
However, shorter deadlines may apply in cases involving:
- Municipal defendants (Notice of Claim required within 90 days)
- Medical malpractice claims
- Public authorities
Failure to act within the applicable deadline can result in permanent dismissal of your claim.
WHO CAN FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH LAWSUIT?
In New York, a wrongful death claim must be filed by the personal representative of the decedent’s estate.
Compensation is recovered for the benefit of surviving family members, including:
- Spouse
- Children
- Parents (in certain cases)
- Other distributees under New York law
We guide families through the estate process to ensure the claim is properly filed and protected.
WHAT COMPENSATION IS AVAILABLE IN A NEW YORK WRONGFUL DEATH CASE?
New York law limits wrongful death damages to economic losses, but these can be substantial when properly developed.
Recoverable damages include:
- Loss of financial support and income
- Loss of services (household contributions, childcare, etc.)
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Medical expenses related to the final injury
- Loss of parental guidance (for surviving children)
In addition, a separate survival action may be brought for the conscious pain and suffering experienced prior to death.