North Stonington, New London County, Connecticut-Rhode Island Wrongful Death Attorneys
At The Law Firm of Stephen M. Reck, justice is our mission. Our attorneys and professional staff are dedicated to helping our clients find answers and obtain a full and fair financial recovery after the loss of a loved one, whether from a catastrophic motor vehicle collision, from use of a dangerous or defective product, from medical malpractice, or other negligently caused and preventable tragedy. We help our clients to achieve accountability, and ultimately, to heal and move forward.
Our firm is well known and well respected for its ability to handle wrongful death cases in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Contact the wrongful death lawyers at The Law Firm of Stephen M. Reck in North Stonington, CT following a fatal accident to get the information you need.
The Time to Bring a Claim: the Statute of Limitations
Although it takes time to grieve, there is only a limited time to file a wrongful death claim, and the legal requirements vary from state to state. In Rhode Island, a claim may be brought within three years of the death. In Connecticut, however, a claim must be brought within two years of the death. In addition, sometimes there are even shorter state or municipal notice periods that must be met, depending on the facts of the incident. As difficult as it may be to consider that your loss was caused by someone else’s fault, waiting to consult an attorney may prevent you from bringing a claim and getting the answers you deserve.
Don’t wait to contact an attorney. There is no cost for a consultation with our experienced wrongful death attorneys. We will explain the law and let you decide. Learn your options. Know your rights.
The Measure of Compensation: Monetary Damages
Money won’t bring your loved one back, but it is the only remedy the civil courts can use to compensate for the loss of life. Factors considered include the decedent’s age, income and earning potential, medical and funeral expenses, conscious pain and suffering, and loss of life’s enjoyment.
Wrongful death lawsuits are often very complex, time consuming, and expensive to prosecute. Sometimes the negligent acts of multiple parties contribute to a person’s death. No matter how many parties are involved, the amount and type of financial recovery possible depends on the law of the state in which the claim is brought. Contact an attorney at The Law Firm of Stephen M. Reck to discuss your legal rights. |
