A person's poor decisions can sometimes lead to another person's death. The person who died cannot act to recover for injuries and seek justice in civil courts in Albany County, New York.
The victim's family, however, can pursue a wrongful death action. In a wrongful death case, the deceased person's loved ones may seek to recover money damages for that person's death, including hospital bills, funeral and burial expenses and loss of support.
Depending on the jurisdiction and circumstances, the loved ones may also be able to recover for loss of consortium in a wrongful death action brought in or near Albany County, New York.
The AAJ is committed to promoting a fair and effective civil justice system while supporting the work of attorneys representing plaintiffs.
Lawyer Referral Service in Albany County, NY - The Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) of the Albany County Bar Association helps individuals and businesses find a local attorney in Albany, New York, and the surrounding areas. In exchange for a nominal consultation fee of $25, you can contact the private attorney for a 30 minute consultation to discuss your legal concerns and the attorney fees needed for additional representation.