Wrongful Death
New Jersey Wrongful Death Lawyers
Legal Representation for NJ Families and Survivors
New Jersey law allows for families who have lost a loved one in a negligence accident or because of another party’s misconduct to pursue legal action in the form of a wrongful death lawsuit. Experiencing the death of a close family member or friend is never easy, but the wrongful death attorneys at Eichen Crutchlow Zaslow are here to help you seek justice, compensation, and closure.
Eichen Crutchlow Zaslow is the New Jersey personal injury law firm families know and trust. We’ve secured billions in verdicts and settlements for our clients, and we’re here to help you through your wrongful death lawsuit or survival action. We’ve taken on big businesses, powerful organizations, and some of the toughest wrongful death cases New Jersey has ever seen and won.
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Have a New Jersey Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Here's What You Need to Know
What is Considered a Wrongful Death in New Jersey?
New Jersey law defines a wrongful death as one caused by a wrongful act, neglect, or default. A person can be held liable and at legal fault if their negligent or reckless actions caused the person’s death.
Unfortunately, not all deaths are considered “wrongful.” You should always have an experienced wrongful death attorney review your case to see if you have grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit in New Jersey.
The most important elements of a wrongful death case in New Jersey are:
- Establishing that the defendant owed a duty of care to the deceased.
- Demonstrate that the defendant breached that duty through their actions or omissions.
- Showing that the financial impact of the death on the survivors can be quantified.
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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in New Jersey?
Family members who were supported financially by the deceased may have grounds to pursue a wrongful death case to recover damages. A wrongful death claim seeks to recover what the decedent could have recovered in a personal injury claim had he or she survived the incident. Several people can bring a wrongful death lawsuit in New Jersey, including the deceased’s:
- Spouse
- Children
- Parents, if there are not surviving spouse and children
- Siblings, if there are no surviving parents
- Relatives, if there are no surviving siblings
How Do I File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in New Jersey?
New Jersey’s Wrongful Death Act and Survival Statute allow for a wrongful death lawsuit to be filed in New Jersey in two ways:
- The Wrongful Death Act allows family members who can prove that the death of the decedent caused them to suffer financial losses. This can include losses from medical and funeral bills, lost wages, loss of consortium, and more.
- The Survival Statute is intended to compensate the decedent’s estate for the pain and suffering the individual endured between the time of the injury and death.
Wrongful death lawsuits in New Jersey must be filed within two years of the death of your loved one, or you could be barred from collecting compensation. While some statute of limitations may differ under certain circumstances, do not wait to contact a wrongful death lawyer if you believe you have a case.
Our award-winning attorneys
Barry Eichen
Shareholder
South Edison native Barry R. Eichen is one of New Jersey’s most seasoned and well-respected trial lawyers. His areas of practice include personal injury, products liability, Federal Employee Liability Act cases, medical malpractice, and other complex litigation matters.
William Crutchlow
Shareholder
William O. Crutchlow’s practice focus is on medical malpractice, product liability, serious personal injury and complex tort matters. Mr. Crutchlow has secured numerous multi-million-dollar recoveries for his clients both at trial and through settlement negotiations.
Daryl Zaslow
Shareholder
Daryl L. Zaslow’s zealous advocacy has been instrumental in achieving significant awards for his clients. He concentrates his practice in various areas of medical malpractice. He also represents victims in wrongful death and significant personal injury cases.
Thomas Rinaldi
Partner
Christopher Conrad
Partner
Robert Banas
Partner
Frances Deveney
Partner
Hanna Eichen
Associate
Gary Minassian
Associate
Michael Shaw
Associate
Client Testimonial
“My brother was killed in a truck accident, and Barry, Maria and all the other good people at this firm did everything they could to ensure that my family and I received the closest possible thing to justice for our suffering. When we were searching for lawyers to take on our case, needless to say we were wary of coming across one who would exploit us and leave us with little to nothing. This firm isn’t like that. They’re good people you can trust”
Discuss Your Wrongful Death Lawsuit or Survival Action Case with a New Jersey Lawyer from Eichen Crutchlow Zaslow Today
New Jersey wrongful death claims are a unique type of litigation. These cases can become complex, often with multiple-party liability and comparative liability affecting the resolution. We are responsive to your needs and will fight to protect your family and your interests. We take the time to get to know you, listen to your experiences, and how your case has impacted your life.
If you have been impacted by a wrongful death in New Jersey, get in touch with our experienced attorneys today.