Losing a loved one as a result of someone else’s negligence or recklessness is devastating, and overcoming such a loss may seem impossible. While nothing can truly make up for what you’ve lost, holding the at-fault party accountable can provide valuable closure and justice, as well as financial compensation, all of which contribute to your ability to grieve and heal.
The wrongful death attorneys at D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC, handle each of these sensitive and tragic cases with care and compassion. We understand how crucial our role in your emotional recovery is, so we do everything in our power to ensure the legal process is as stress-free and seamless as possible. Our goal is to obtain the maximum compensation for you so you can focus on the grief process and start getting back to your life after loss.
Connecticut’s laws and procedures for wrongful death claims are unique from those of many other states. These claims can typically only be filed by the administrator or executor of your loved one’s estate. Because many people do not have valid wills that name an executor, families rely on the probate courts to appoint someone to fill this role. This can be a lengthy process that takes up valuable time needed to initiate a wrongful death claim.
Executors do not have an unlimited amount of time to file a wrongful death lawsuit. The time period for initiating legal action, known as the statute of limitations, is two years from the date of death. Additionally, a wrongful death claim cannot be started more than five years after the act that led to death. If the executor does not file within those time periods, the chance to seek compensation for your loved one’s death could be lost forever. Meeting the statute of limitations and other deadlines is crucial, and your wrongful death attorney can help you keep track of the timelines and requirements to ensure your case is handled properly.
Executors can seek various damages in a wrongful death claim in Watertown, including:
Before the Connecticut wrongful death statute of limitations expires, you must determine if you have standing to file a claim. The general rule is that if your loved one would have been eligible to file a personal injury lawsuit had they survived, then there is a high likelihood that a wrongful death claim is an appropriate option for holding the at-fault party responsible.
When you are grieving the loss of a loved one, fighting for justice and compensation from the liable party is not something for you can take on. Clients in and around Watertown have been trusting us with their wrongful death cases for over 100 combined years.
Contact D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC, to speak with one of our wrongful death lawyers about the circumstances of your loved one’s passing. We will provide thoughtful, knowledgeable guidance to help you through this process. Schedule your free consultation with us today.
