If someone’s negligence or wrongful act caused the death of your loved one, you can recover compensation for your losses with a wrongful death attorney in Pittston, PA. Settlements in wrongful death suits can include damages for funeral and burial expenses, medical costs, estate costs, and loss of the deceased’s earned income.
Call Mecadon Law if a loved one has recently died in an accident and you suspect negligence is involved. If we find that another party is liable for your loss, we will fight to recover fair compensation for your loss. Set up a free consultation by calling 570-654-5030, or contact us online.
You may know the term “wrongful death” but not exactly what it means. A wrongful death is one that results from another party’s negligence or wrongful actions.
For example, if an automaker manufactures a vehicle with a malfunctioning part, and that part causes someone to crash and ultimately pass away, the family could bring a wrongful death lawsuit against the automaker.
The suit would attempt to recover financial losses associated with the death, such as the costs of providing a proper burial and settling the person’s will. Surviving family members may even be able to recover compensation for pain and suffering resulting from the death.
In Pennsylvania, wrongful deaths are similar to other types of personal injuries in that you have two years to file a lawsuit to recover compensation. The main difference to keep in mind is that the two-year period begins when your loved one passes away, not when the initial injury occurred.
As we always tell our personal injury clients at Mecadon Law, you stand the best chance of presenting a strong case for compensation if you retain a lawyer as soon as possible following the death.
We also understand that the time immediately following the death of a family member can be challenging. You may not be up to navigating the legal system during this period. When you make us your wrongful death lawyer in Pittston, we’ll handle everything for you so you can focus on recovering from your loss.
Wrongful deaths can result from all kinds of accidents and negligent actions, including:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Boating accidents
- Workplace accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Slip and fall incidents
- Birth injuries
- Defective products
- Criminal activity, such as assault or murder
The time after an accidental death can be difficult in many ways. At Mecadon Law, we are here to make that process easier for you. While you focus on recovering with your family, we work tirelessly in the background, collecting the evidence you’ll need to win fair and just compensation for the loss of your loved one.
Mecadon Law has been advocating for Pittston families for more than 30 years. Call us today at 570-654-5030 to schedule a consultation, or contact us online.