Buffalo Wrongful Death Issues

When Can A Family Bring A Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

by Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC on November 30, 2011

in Buffalo Wrongful Death Issues

The circumstances under which a Buffalo family may bring a wrongful death lawsuit are very diverse.  There are, however, some basic legal requirements that must be met before such a lawsuit may be pursued. New York State law provides that the personal representative of a deceased person (such as the executor of a will or […]

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The purpose of a Buffalo wrongful death lawsuit is to ensure the surviving parties are compensated for their loss.  While no amount of money can replace a loved one, there are some specific areas – such as lost income to the household – where a cap on recovery may cause undue hardship to the decedent’s […]

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Nearly all matters handled by Buffalo personal injury attorneys are limited by a statute of limitations that bars a claim being brought after a certain amount of time has passed.  The statute of limitations is not the same for all types of claims and may vary depending upon the circumstances of the case.  Moreover, each […]

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The region surrounding Buffalo includes several beautiful New York State parks and natural area.  While the public is encouraged to enjoy the recreational opportunities afforded by these parks and may be exposed to certain risks as a result, the State has an obligation to maintain these parks in a reasonably safe condition.   The State owes […]

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Who Can Bring A Claim In A Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

by Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC on October 29, 2010

in Buffalo Wrongful Death Issues

When a family in Buffalo suffers the loss of a loved one due to a wrongful act or negligence on the part of another, the personal representative of the estate may bring a lawsuit to recover damages.  The personal representative is usually the executor.  If the personal representative of the estate refuses to pursue a […]

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When a Buffalo family suffers the loss of a loved one in an accident, the emotional difficulty of dealing with that loss often is only the beginning of their problems.  If the deceased individual was relied upon to provide the family with financial support, the loss may lead to long term economic hardship in addition to […]

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Parents in Buffalo should be aware that the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Baby Matters LLC, of Berwyn, Pa., have issued a voluntary recall of an apparently dangerous product.  30,000 Nap Nanny® portable baby recliners sold between January 2009 and July 2010 have been recalled.  These items were sold in retail stores nationwide and […]

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The crash of Continental Connection Flight 3407 in Clarence Center last year resulted in the wrongful death of 50 individuals and impacted the lives of families throughout the Buffalo area.  This week, during an appearance before the House Aviation subcommittee regarding the proposed merger between Continental and United Airlines, the CEO of Continental, Jeffery A. […]

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As the summer swimming season in Buffalo arrives, a case involving the wrongful death of a teenager who drowned in a public swimming pool across the state has been sent down for a new trial.  This sad case arose from the drowning death of Jeremy Williams, an eighteen year old who suffered from epilepsy and […]

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If someone suffers a wrongful death in Buffalo, their estate can sue for the pain and suffering that individual experienced prior to death.  This area of law may, however, be a very difficult to prove. Unlike other issues that may form a basis for monetary compensation in a wrongful death case, such as loss of […]

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