What Qualifies as Wrongful Death in New York? - Keetick L. Sanchez
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From K L Sanchez Law Office, P.C. - What Qualifies as Wrongful Death in New York? explores how New York law defines wrongful death and what families should understand when a loved one dies because of another party’s wrongful conduct, negligence, or default. This episode examines circumstances that may lead to wrongful death claims, including construction accidents, workplace injuries, car accidents, medical malpractice, criminal activity, police misconduct, product liability, and exposure to hazardous or dangerous substances.
The discussion breaks down the core elements involved in a New York wrongful death claim, including negligence, duty of care, breach of duty, causation, surviving beneficiaries or dependents, and financial loss. It also explains the role of the personal representative designated through Surrogate’s Court and considers how spouses, children, parents, heirs, beneficiaries, and the deceased person’s estate can factor into the legal process.
Listeners will also learn about the differences between wrongful death lawsuits and survival action lawsuits. The episode examines potential compensation involving medical costs, funeral and burial expenses, lost future income, lost support and services, loss of companionship, parental nurturing, care and guidance, inheritance value, and the pain and suffering experienced by the deceased before death. It also explains how compensation from a survival action can become part of the estate and pass through the probate process.
Finally, the episode addresses proving wrongful death and New York’s statute of limitations, which the article states is generally two years from the date of death. For families in New York City, Queens, and the Bronx, the discussion highlights how a wrongful death claim can seek accountability and compensation for financial burdens following a loved one’s death. The episode also discusses the role of Keetick L. Sanchez and K L Sanchez Law Office, P.C. in helping families understand wrongful death cases and their available legal options.
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