While the passing of a loved one is always devastating, families often find it especially difficult to come to terms with a death when the death was caused by the negligence or misconduct of another. A wrongful death lawsuit allows the spouse, children and/or parents of a deceased individual to seek compensation for the untimely passing of their loved one. Wrongful death lawsuits may arise out of auto accidents, construction or workplace accidents, medical malpractice, defective automobiles or machinery, defective products, slip and fall accidents, exposure to toxic substances and other incidents of negligence or misconduct. A wrongful death lawsuit may seek recovery for loss of income, medical expenses, funeral expenses and other damages.

In some cases, a deceased individual’s family members might also pursue a survival action. A survival action is a personal injury lawsuit that seeks compensation for any pain or suffering that the deceased may have experienced prior to his or her death. Though financial recovery as a result of a wrongful death or survival action cannot replace a loved one, it can help bring peace of mind at a tremendously difficult time.

If your loved one’s death was the result of negligence or misconduct, it is crucial to consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Our skilled trial lawyers can help you secure all of the compensation to which you may be entitled. Our dedicated attorneys can also help you deal with your insurance company, as well as the insurer of the other party or parties. The insurance companies have lawyers working hard to minimize their payouts; you need a lawyer who will work just as hard for you.

At Feldman Shepherd, we are committed to helping our clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey obtain the best possible recovery as expeditiously as possible. We are here to serve you with hard work, attention to detail and a caring approach tailored to your individual needs. If we may be of assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact us today.

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