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 Queens 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 Queens 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 Queens, NY - The Queens County Bar Association in Jamaica, NY, established a Lawyer Referral Service. The service helps individuals and businesses find a qualified and experienced attorney in Queens, NY, and the surrounding areas of New York City. The service has hundreds of participating attorneys focused on 25 different categories of the law. In exchange for a nominal $35 consultation fee, you can talk with the attorney during a 30 minute consultation.