Wrongful death

When someone dies in a car accident or some other preventable tragedy, wrongful death claims offer their loved ones the opportunity to seek compensation for their loss and a form of accountability on the part of the negligent party. But what if their loved one was...

When a family loses its primary breadwinner in a fatal accident, the loss affects nearly every part of daily life. There is the immediate grief of losing a spouse, parent or other loved one. At the same time, the family may suddenly have to figure out how to pay the...

Social media has become a part of our everyday lives. People share photos and updates, comment on news stories and communicate with family and friends. However, after the unexpected death of a loved one, social media activity can have unintended consequences for a...

People share a lot of things with AI chatbots. Without even knowing, they might share their most private information. This was strictly a privacy concern until suicides and violent crimes allegedly linked to AI began to emerge in Connecticut. The case of Suzanne...

Losing a loved one in a truck accident is devastating. Truck crash cases involve unique challenges that make them more complex than typical car accidents. Understanding these differences can help you navigate the claims process. How do truck accidents differ from car...

A sudden loss can leave a family feeling shaken and searching for clarity. As the initial shock begins to settle, the need to understand what happened often becomes more urgent, especially when questions about responsibility start to surface. If you lost a loved one...

The purpose of wrongful death litigation is to provide financial relief to those left behind after a preventable tragedy caused by another’s negligence or intentional harm. Businesses and individuals responsible for causing a premature death may need to provide...

Wrongful death settlements exist to address the financial and personal losses that follow an unexpected death caused by another party. Once a settlement is reached, the question of how funds should be distributed follows.  Distribution is not automatic or equal in...

After an accident, you might face unfamiliar legal terms. Connecticut treats cases involving death differently from cases where someone survives. That difference can affect who may bring a claim, what the claim addresses and when action might begin. Legal standing and...

The law allows those harmed by others to take legal action in pursuit of restitution. Personal injury lawsuits can help address a variety of situations, including scenarios where one party causes the premature death of another. Wrongful death lawsuits can lead to...