Manchester Wrongful Death Attorneys
Fighting for justice when negligence leads to the death of a loved one
You can never prepare for the unexpected death of a loved one. Before you even have time to process what has happened, you are thrown into having to plan a funeral and start the probate process. You need to mourn. It’s a difficult time, to say the least. Money can’t replace your loss, but it can help cover any necessary expenses to make your life easier as you and your family struggle to adjust to your new reality and help you honor your loved one’s wishes that you live your best life possible.
Filing a wrongful death action helps families secure the compensation they deserve and need. A strong recovery helps families gain some sense of closure by holding the negligent party or parties responsible. The Manchester wrongful death attorneys at Barry, Taylor & Levesque, LLC are here for you to lean on in your most difficult time. Speak with one of our supportive team members today.
How can we help?
- How do your wrongful death lawyers fight for families when loved ones die?
- What types of wrongful death cases do you handle in Manchester?
- Who can file a wrongful death claim in Connecticut?
- Who are the beneficiaries of a wrongful death claim?
- What is the value of a wrongful death claim in Connecticut?
- How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim in Manchester, CT?
- Do you have a Manchester wrongful death lawyer near me?
How do your wrongful death lawyers fight for families when loved ones die?
We can’t tell you the number of times clients have said they didn’t want to file a wrongful death claim. It makes people feel uncomfortable or even guilty.
But here’s what we know: it’s not about the money. It’s about holding the negligent party accountable for their actions. It’s about:
- Getting that dangerous product off the shelves
- Forcing people to slow down on the roads
- Making sure that the job site has the right safety equipment
- Holding anyone who commits or permits sexual assault accountable
Wrongful death claims are about honesty, transparency, and accountability. They’re about setting the record straight.
Our ability to clearly present the value of your loved one’s life and the financial impact of their untimely death is critical to demonstrating the economic losses suffered by the estate. The idea of an uncertain future is scary to anyone, and you should not have to undergo that stress due to someone else’s negligence. We have 25 years of experience and relationships with liability professionals and experts who help value your wrongful death damages.
Unique issues
At Barry, Taylor & Levesque, LLC, our lawyers understand the key issues that separate wrongful death claims from many personal injury claims.
- Criminal charges. The wrongdoers may be charged with criminal offenses. For example, drunk drivers who cause the death of a loved one may be charged with a drunk driving or manslaughter offense. We can coordinate your civil case with any criminal cases. It is NOT necessary that criminal charges be filed. You can file your wrongful death case whether there is a criminal case or not.
- Your loved one isn’t alive to testify. We can work with the police, investigators, traffic reconstruction experts, product safety experts, building code officials, and many other experts to help show how your loved one’s accident happened and who is responsible. We use the Connecticut rules of evidence to challenge unreliable or improper testimony and ensure the case is decided on admissible evidence – because, in fairness, your loved one cannot give their version.
Our lawyers have the experience to anticipate and counter the arguments that insurance companies and defense lawyers are likely to assert.
Who can file a wrongful death claim in Connecticut?
An action for wrongful death may only be brought by the executor or administrator of the decedent’s estate. The executor is the person your loved one named in their will. The administrator is someone that the court appoints (usually at the request of a family member) to handle your loved one’s estate when there is no will.
Who are the beneficiaries of a wrongful death claim?
Generally, the estate’s executor or administrator files the case. Recovery is paid to the estate and distributed under the will or, if there is none, under Connecticut intestacy law.
What is the value of a wrongful death claim in Connecticut?
Estate damages may include the following:
- Lost earning capacity
- The pain and suffering of your loved one between the time of the accident and the time of death
- The loss of enjoyment of life before death
- Any reasonably necessary outstanding medical bills
- The funeral and burial costs
- Punitive damages may be available for reckless/intentional misconduct and are generally limited to litigation expenses
How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim in Manchester, CT?
Pursuant to the Connecticut statute of limitations, you generally must sue within two years of death, and in all cases, no later than five years from the act or omission (a statute of repose) for wrongful death actions.
After a wrongful death, every moment counts in preserving valuable evidence that can help prove liability in the death of your loved one. Contact a wrongful death attorney at Barry, Taylor & Levesque, LLC as swiftly as possible so that your time can be best spent tending to the emotional needs of yourself and your family while we begin investigating your claim.
Do you have a Manchester wrongful death lawyer near me?
Yes. We meet with families of loved ones at our office, located at 989 Main Street in Manchester, Connecticut. We can also conduct conversations by phone and through FaceTime, Zoom, and other online platforms. We’re located right off I-84 and I-384 in Manchester. We can guide you step by step through this difficult time.
Get help now from our Manchester wrongful death attorneys
Losing a family member is hard enough. You should not be forced to battle financial hardship as you grieve. You need experienced attorneys who will fight to honor the memory of your loved one. Barry, Taylor & Levesque, LLC can work hard to pursue compensation to alleviate your further financial suffering. If your loved one has been killed due to the fault of others in Manchester or Hartford, contact us today to schedule a free consultation.