Wrongful death

Those affected by the negligence or bad behavior of others have protection under the law. The state can bring criminal charges against those who cause harm to others. Additionally, people sometimes have the option of taking legal action in response to a challenging...

Wrongful death lawsuits are how grieving people seek justice in the civil courts. Individuals who suddenly lose a loved one because of the negligence or misconduct of another person or a business can file a lawsuit in civil court. A successful wrongful death lawsuit...

Losing a loved one is devastating, especially when their death was caused by someone else's actions. In Connecticut, the law allows a wrongful death claim to be made, but only by specific individuals. Understanding who can file and what the claim involves is...

Losing someone you love is devastating, especially when it happens due to someone else's negligence. It is understandable that you need the time to mourn and be with your other loved ones. However, it is also crucial to understand there are time limits for seeking...

In a wrongful death case, figuring out lost future earnings is really important for making sure the family gets fair compensation. Lost earnings are the money the deceased would have made to support their family if the accident hadn't happened. Knowing how to...

Losing a loved one as a result of wrongful death in Connecticut is a profound and painful experience, and the law provides for the recovery of damages to offer some measure of relief and accountability. This legal action helps to address the financial and emotional...

The death of a loved one is a traumatic experience. That pain is even worse when the death could have been prevented. Last year, over one billion items were recalled due to defects and safety issues. But what happens when one of those defects causes someone’s death?...

If someone you love is killed wrongfully, you only have a certain amount of time to bring a wrongful death action. There are different rules that control the time limit for bringing an action, depending on your situation. We'll discuss some of them in this article....

Connecticut has its own set of wrongful death laws. If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent or intentional act of another party, it’s important to understand your legal rights and how the law works. What is wrongful death? Wrongful death occurs when a person...

When someone wrongfully injures you in Connecticut, you should receive compensation for your pain and suffering, medical bills, material damages, etc. Sometimes, the court can further punish the person who caused you harm so that such an accident or incident should...