Haddonfield wrongful death lawyers

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Haddonfield Wrongful Death Lawyers

Compassionate representation when family members die due to the negligence of others

It’s unimaginable. Your dad, mom, spouse, domestic partner, son, or daughter is dead. Worse, their death was preventable. At Ferrara & Gable, we fight for families when the unimaginable happens. We honor your need to mourn and want to know about your loved one’s life. Our Haddonfield wrongful death lawyers understand the unique challenges involved in wrongful death claims. We fight to honor your loved one – by protecting his/her family. Honor means holding the responsible parties accountable and paying the compensation New Jersey allows for the survivors.

Our attorneys’ record of success representing spouses, domestic partners, parents, and children in wrongful death cases includes:

  • $7.5 Million for the wife and children of a man who died on the New Jersey Turnpike when a tractor-trailer driver crashed into their family car.
  • $2.3 Million for a mother and daughter when a driver killed their husband/father by driving through a stop sign and a flashing light.
  • $1.95 Million for a spouse whose husband was killed in a vehicle accident.

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What is a wrongful death action?

Under New Jersey Revised Statutes § 2A:31-1, if your loved one died due to the negligence of others and your loved one would have had the right to file a personal injury claim had they lived – then the wrongdoer can be held liable in a wrongful death action for the death of your loved one.

At Ferrara & Gable, we understand the unique challenges of handling wrongful death claims, including:

  • Proving liability when your family member is not there to testify. We work with investigators, the police, and others to show how the accident that took the life of your loved one occurred and why the defendants should be held liable.
  • Coordinating your claim with any criminal charges, such as a DUI charge if a drunk driver causes the death of your loved one. For example, if the police took a breathalyzer test of the driver who killed your relative, we work with police and prosecution to obtain the results of that test and introduce the results in court.
  • Coordinating the wrongful death claim with a survivor claim. A survivor claim is a claim for your loved one’s medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering from the time of the accident until your loved one died.
  • Verifying the financial and personal damages each family member suffers due to the early death of your relative.

The people who can file a wrongful death claim are:

  • The executor of the victim’s estate - if your relative had a last will and testament
  • The administrator of the estate - if there is no will

Who are the beneficiaries of a wrongful death claim in Haddonfield?

The people who are entitled to the proceeds of a wrongful death action (the beneficiaries) are the same as those who would be entitled under New Jersey’s intestate laws. Generally, these people are the decedent’s spouse, children, and parents. Our Haddonfield wrongful death lawyers will explain which relatives are entitled to the proceeds of the wrongful death claim and in which amounts. Siblings may also be entitled to a share in some cases. Dependents may also be entitled to a share of the proceeds of wrongful death claims.

What are the different types of accidents that can cause the death of a loved one?

At Ferrara & Gable, we represent families when a loved one dies due to the negligence or fault of others. Some of the many types of wrongful death claims our lawyers handle include:

  • Vehicle accidents. Ferrara & Gable has the experience and resources to handle car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, Uber/Lyft, bicycle, and pedestrian accidents that are fatal. Common causes of fatal vehicle accidents include drunk driving, driver distraction, and speeding.
  • Nursing home abuse and neglect. Our Haddonfield wrongful death lawyers hold nursing homes and other long-term care facilities accountable when abuse and neglect cause the death of a resident.
  • We also handle death claims caused by:
    • Medical malpractice, including birth injuries
    • Premises liability accidents
    • Worksite accidents
    • Construction accidents
    • Product defects
    • Accidents involving children
    • Criminal conduct

Our lawyers are skilled at showing another person or company owed your loved one a duty (such as driving safely) and breached that duty - causing the death of your loved one.

We file wrongful death claims against drivers, vehicle owners, employers of drivers, construction companies, sellers of alcohol, the NJ Department of Transportation, manufacturers, nursing homes, and other irresponsible individuals and businesses.

What damages can beneficiaries receive in a Haddonfield wrongful death claim?

We respect that no verdict or settlement can replace your loved one. The purposes of a wrongful death claim are to hold those who caused the death of your relative accountable and to help honor your loved one by living your best life possible.

In New Jersey, wrongful death damages include:

  • The funeral and burial costs
  • The amount of financial support your loved one would have provided each family member based on their life income, profession, employment record, and life expectancy
  • The value of any household services such as house-cleaning your loved one would have provided
  • The loss of guidance, companionship, advice, and love your loved one would have given each family member

At Ferrara & Gable, we work with family members, your loved one’s employers, financial professionals who have the experience and credentials to value wrongful death claims, and others to help verify all the damages that should be awarded.

Do you have a Haddonfield wrongful death attorney near me?

Ferrara & Gable meets families when loved ones die in an accident at our Haddonfield office located at 601 Longwood Avenue in Cherry Hill, NJ. You can park near our office. Some clients use the Route 38 bus to reach our office. We also conduct consultations by phone and through online conferences.

We understand just how devastated you are. We’ll answer all your questions and fight to hold the wrongdoers accountable.

Get help now. Talk with our Haddonfield, NJ wrongful death lawyers today

We understand how hard it is to think about lawsuits when a family member suddenly dies due to the negligence of others. At Ferrara & Gable, we’ve helped families like yours mourn their loved ones and fight for the compensation they need and deserve. We take the time to listen to you tell us about your mother, father, spouse, child, or other close family member. We work aggressively to help you honor your loved one by holding those responsible for his/her death accountable. To schedule a free consultation, please call or contact us now.  We represent families throughout Camden County and all of South Jersey. We handle wrongful death claims on a contingency fee basis.