If someone you loved recently passed away because of the careless or reckless actions of another person or party in Hamden, Connecticut, discuss your legal options with an attorney at Loughlin FitzGerald, P.C. right away. We are a team of caring and experienced personal injury lawyers who will listen to your story and help your family seek justice. Schedule a free consultation to get started today.
Why Choose Loughlin FitzGerald, P.C.
The lawyers at our firm have been representing accident victims and their surviving family members in Connecticut for more than 100 years collectively.
We will take the time to craft a legal strategy based on your specific needs and case goals. Our attorneys are always compassionate, respectful and communicative with their clients.
Our wrongful death lawyers in Hamden operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning your family won’t be charged any attorney’s fees unless we win your case.
How Can a Hamden Wrongful Death Attorney Help You?
A Hamden wrongful death attorney can help your family by investigating your case and determining whether it qualifies as a wrongful death under state law. If so, your lawyer can identify the liable party or parties and collect evidence to build a strong case on your behalf.
A lawyer will accurately calculate your damages, which may include funeral and burial costs, lost wages and benefits, medical expenses, loss of companionship, and grief. Your attorney can negotiate a fair case outcome with an insurance company, and if a settlement cannot be reached, file a lawsuit within Connecticut’s deadline.
What Is Wrongful Death?
In Connecticut, a wrongful death action under § 52-555 of state law is a type of legal claim or lawsuit that can be brought for injuries resulting in death if they are caused by another person or entity. This includes deaths caused by negligence, or the failure to exercise proper care, such as car accidents, slip and fall accidents, and preventable work accidents. Intentional acts such as assault and homicide can also give a family the right to file a wrongful death claim against the perpetrator.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Connecticut?
Under Connecticut law, only the executor or administrator of a deceased person’s estate has the right to file a wrongful death claim. This may be a close relative of the decedent whom the deceased person named in a will or estate plan prior to death. If an executor has not yet been named, the courts can appoint one.
What Is the Statute of Limitations?
A statute of limitations is a law that sets a specific period of time by which a civil lawsuit must be filed. In Connecticut, a wrongful death claim must be brought within two years of the date of the decedent’s death, but within no more than five years from the date of the act that caused the death. It is always in your best interest to act quickly to file a claim, while important evidence is still available.
Contact an Experienced Wrongful Death Lawyer in Hamden Today
Filing a wrongful death claim can deliver justice to your deceased loved one and family by holding someone accountable for careless, negligent or wrongful acts that resulted in a loss of life. A Hamden wrongful death attorney from Loughlin FitzGerald, P.C. can make the legal process as simple and straightforward as possible for you and your family during this difficult time.
We provide tailored legal services to achieve the best possible results, all for $0 upfront in attorney’s fees. Request a free case review today with an attorney in Hamden at (203) 265-2035 or by contacting us online anytime.
