Wrongful Death Lawyer
Compassionate, determined representation for grieving families. Call 888-RAYTSIN for a free consultation.
Recognized & Awarded
Recent Recoveries
Results That Speak for Themselves
$4.1M
Fatal Truck Crash
$2.6M
Construction Fatality
$1.8M
Pedestrian Fatality
$1.2M
Fatal Fall
$950K
Fatal Car Crash
$600K
Loss of Support Claim
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is unique.
A Loss That Should Not Have Happened
We Carry the Legal Burden So Your Family Can Grieve.
A wrongful death claim in New York is brought by the personal representative of the estate on behalf of surviving family members, and it must be filed within two years of the death. Because New York limits recovery largely to pecuniary loss — lost support, services, and guidance — proving the full financial impact of a life requires economists, vocational experts, and careful family testimony. New Jersey follows a similar framework with a separate survival claim for the decedent's own pain. We handle estate appointment, insurance negotiation, and court filings from the first call.
Why Choose Us
Why Injured Clients Choose Raytsin Law Firm PC
We Handle the Estate Process
Before a claim can be filed, a personal representative must be appointed. We manage that Surrogate's Court process so nothing stalls the case.
We Value the Whole Loss
Lost income and benefits over a lifetime, household services, and the guidance a parent provides children. Economists quantify what an insurer would rather ignore.
Two Claims, Not One
Alongside the wrongful death claim, a survival action can recover the conscious pain and suffering your loved one endured before passing.
Discretion and Respect
We keep families informed without adding pressure, and we never push a settlement your family is not ready to consider.
Compensation
Damages You May Be Entitled to Recover
Economic Damages
- Lost income, benefits, and pension value
- Loss of household services
- Medical bills before death
- Funeral and burial expenses
Survival Claim Damages
- Conscious pain and suffering before death
- Fear and awareness of impending death
- Loss of parental guidance to children
- Emotional harm recognized under state law
Punitive Damages
- Drunk driving fatalities
- Willful safety violations at worksites
- Concealment of a known hazard
- Awarded on top of compensatory damages
Cases We Handle
Fatal Injury Cases We Handle
Fatal Motor Vehicle Crashes
Car, truck, motorcycle, and pedestrian fatalities, including hit-and-run and impaired driver cases.
Construction Site Deaths
Falls, struck-by incidents, trench collapses, and electrocutions, with New York Labor Law claims where they apply.
Premises & Building Fatalities
Stairway collapses, negligent security, elevator failures, and fatal falls in poorly maintained buildings.
Fires & Battery Explosions
Apartment fires, lithium battery failures, and code violations that turned survivable conditions deadly.
Fatal Product Failures
Defective machinery, vehicle component failures, and dangerous consumer products that cost a life.
Claims Against Public Entities
Fatalities involving city vehicles, transit authorities, or dangerous public roadways, where notice deadlines are extremely short.
What to Do Next
What a Family Should Do First
- 1Request the police or incident report and preserve a copy.
- 2Keep the medical records and any hospital communications.
- 3Save funeral, burial, and related receipts.
- 4Do not sign anything from an insurance company.
- 5Preserve the vehicle, equipment, or product involved.
- 6Write down the names of witnesses and first responders.
- 7Avoid posting details of the incident on social media.
- 8Speak with a wrongful death lawyer about appointing a representative.
FAQs
Wrongful Death Questions
“I had an excellent experience with this law firm from beginning to end. The attorney and the entire staff were professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer my questions. They kept me informed throughout my car accident case.”
“Raytsin Law Firm is a highly dedicated and communicative team that truly works hard to assist clients with their personal injury claims. Boris is a strong, determined attorney who puts in the time and effort needed to achieve the best results.”
“This firm is really the best. Mr. Raytsin was referred by a family member and I thank my family everyday for him. He took care of me as promised and I am so grateful for his work. Thank you again!”
Speak With a Wrongful Death Attorney Today
Free, confidential consultations for families across New York and New Jersey. We will explain your options with no pressure.
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