New York Wrongful Death Attorney

The truth is, protecting your family's legal rights may be the furthest thing from your mind during this difficult time, but it's no less important. Our team at Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP has experience in wrongful death cases and we're here to help you protect your rights and your future.

We've recovered over $500 million in verdicts and settlements for our clients in a variety of personal injury and wrongful death cases. Discuss your case with a New York City wrongful death lawyer from Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP as soon as possible.

What Are The Wrongful Death Laws in New York?

In New York, wrongful death actions are directed by The New York Estates, Powers, and Trust Laws (EPTL). Under EPTL Section 5-4.1, the legal representative of the estate is given the right to bring a wrongful death action. EPTL Section 5-4.3, the pecuniary loss statute, covers the amount of recovery. The deceased individual's legal representative must bring evidence of economic loss.

Our firm understands how to collect and calculate information related to pecuniary loss, including the loss of earnings, loss of services, loss of parental guidance, and more. The key to effective representation is a New York City wrongful attorney who understands all of these factors and how to calculate them properly in order to maximize your recovery and bring peace of mind.

Our firm handles many different types of wrongful death cases, including:


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