Welcome to the Kantrovitz & Associates’
Massachusetts
Wrongful Death lawyers website. We developed this site to assist those who face
the life-altering emotional and financial consequences of losing a loved one
because of another’s negligence or misconduct. Although we remain sensitive to
our client’s emotional needs during this difficult time, our priority is taking
care of their future requirements. If you feel that your loved one died
because of someone else’s reckless or careless behavior,
contact Kantrovitz & Associates for advice on your
claim. We are committed to compassionately and effectively managing your
wrongful death suit.
Wrongful Death and Damages
At Kantrovitz & Associates, we have one primary goal – to aid victims and
their loved ones in the pursuit of justice. In legal terms, wrongful
death refers to a fatality that occurs because of the negligence or misdeeds of
another person, corporation or entity. Part of the “personal injury” tort
family, wrongful death holds an individual, group or corporation (defendant)
accountable for causing injury to another person (plaintiff). The primary goal
of a personal injury tort is to provide relief (damages) to the plaintiff and to
deter the defendant from inflicting further harm to others. Because it is
impossible to grant damages to a deceased victim, wrongful death laws are
designed to compensate the deceased’s survivors. The Boston Massachusetts
Law Firm of Kantrovitz & Associates can offer critical advice in preserving
evidence and preparing your case.
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The City of Boston, Massachusetts' laws vary as to who may pursue a wrongful
death claim. Generally, it is the immediate family members (spouses, children
and parents); however, some states allow grandparents, legal dependents or
members of the extended family to file suit. The amount of damages awarded will
depend on the plaintiff’s relationship to the deceased, while the compensation
for damages may include; medical and funeral expenses for the victim, loss of
the victim’s prospective lifetime earnings, survivor’s emotional pain and
suffering, and punitive damages (intentional harm judged to be exemplary).
Proving Negligence
Typically, wrongful death suits involve vehicular accidents (aviation,
automobile, ATV, motorcycle, or railroad), defective products, medical
malpractice, pharmaceutical liability, and a number of other situations. The
common element in most tort actions is negligence which is characterized by
inattention, thoughtlessness, inadvertence, and mistakes. Negligence must be
proven in wrongful death cases and Kantrovitz & Associates is skilled in helping
clients prove that the four critical components of negligence exist in their
claim:
- the defendant had a duty to the deceased,
- the defendant failed in that duty (breach of
duty),
- that the fatality was caused by the
defendant’s breach of duty, and
- that the survivors are entitled to damages as
a result of the loss of their loved one.
In addition to establishing negligence,
the joint life expectancy of the deceased and the survivor or beneficiary must
be presented (to establish the loss of future earnings) and the relationship of
the survivor and deceased must also be shown. Finally, effective presentation of
the non-economical or emotional loss suffered by the survivor is critical to a
fair award of damages.
Experienced and Understanding Representation
If you feel that you have the basis for a wrongful death suit, it is important
to contact an attorney immediately. Kantrovitz & Associates will outline the
documentation required, the decisions that must be made, and will continue to
guide you through the legal process.
Our lawyers understand the issues and laws surrounding wrongful death claims,
negotiation and litigation.
Call Kantrovitz & Associates today
for an assessment of your Boston, MA Wrongful Death case. Should you become our
client, you will receive responsive and quality legal services throughout the
claims process. With our attorneys as your representative, you can confront
this complex process with dignity and confidence. We can be reached at
(800) 259-1109 or contact us via email at
info@kantrovitzlaw.com. |
