Connecticut Wrongful Death Lawsuit
A Connecticut wrongful death lawsuit or claim is an action brought against somebody for his or her responsibility in the death of a third party. Several important steps are involved in bringing about wrongful death lawsuits in Connecticut. The sooner you learn about these steps, the better your chances of obtaining monetary restitution for the estate of your loved one.
A simple guide for filing a wrongful death lawsuit in Connecticut
The following details the critical elements involved in filing a wrongful death claim in Connecticut.
- Contact a Connecticut wrongful death attorney as soon as possible. Although the statute of limitations in Connecticut gives you two years to file your wrongful death lawsuit, the sooner you talk to a lawyer, the better. Also, timing is important since there needs to be an investigation to identify the guilty party or parties and to determine the extent of their culpability. Once this has been determined, your attorney can serve the individuals or parties responsible for the wrongful death with a lawsuit.
- Find out from your attorney whether you are legally permitted to file the wrongful death lawsuit. This will all depend on your relationship to the victim, the state in which you live, and the will of the decedent. Your attorney can also advise you on whether your case meets the basic requirements for a wrongful death filing.
- Provide your lawyer with proof of death and evidence or witnesses that another party was responsible for the death. Also, turn over all the requisite paperwork to start the case.
- Let your attorney know whether your loved one was pursuing a personal injury claim against the defendant before he or she died. Survivor statutes allow you to take up the personal injury lawsuit in place of the deceased. This lawsuit is separate from any wrongful death lawsuits your lawyer files in Connecticut, but in many cases, they are wrapped into one trial or settlement.
- Finally, consult the Rules of Practice online for a more detailed breakdown of the steps involved in filing any claims.
Experience with wrongful death lawsuits in CTl
Grieving families rely on the skill and professionalism of the trial attorneys at Silver Golub & Teitell. If you would like to discuss your situation with an experienced and qualified Connecticut wrongful death lawyer to determine whether you have a legitimate wrongful death claim, please contact us online to find out how we can help. We take wrongful death cases on a contingency fee basis.
