Practice Overview

Wrongful Death

Pursuing Wrongful Death Claims

If you've lost a loved one in an accident, we offer the deepest condolences. You are likely suffering a great deal of shock and sadness. And under the circumstances, you may have started to wonder whether someone could have acted differently so as to avoid the incident.

At Harlow, Adams & Friedman, P.C., we help the families of people who have been killed in accidents assess the circumstances and - if appropriate - pursue financial compensation under the law of wrongful death.

What should I do if I've lost a loved one in an accident?

You can help preserve important evidence and increase the likelihood of success for your wrongful death case if you are able to do a few things after the accident:

• Take photographs of the accident scene or any vehicles involved in the accident
• Gather the names of any witnesses at the scene of the accident
• Gather any medical records related to your loved ones medical treatment
• Gather any records showing your loved ones earnings and financial contributions to your family

We know this is a difficult time for you, and our caring lawyers will be completely respectful of your wishes as we guide you through the process of a wrongful death action. Contact us to learn more about how we can help.

Assessing Your Circumstances

If the death of your loved one came about due to the negligence or recklessness of some other individual or entity, you may be entitled to financial compensation. The law of wrongful death applies in many common accident circumstances, including but not limited to:

• Car accidents
• Truck accidents, including tractor-trailers and 18-wheelers
• Airplane or other motor vehicle accidents
• Slip and fall injuries
• Animal attacks
• Construction accidents
• Medical malpractice

Our attorneys have the experience to determine whether your specific circumstances give rise to a wrongful death action. We can also guide you through the initial steps, such as finding out whether your loved one had a will and, if so, establishing an estate and enforcing the will. In addition to your wrongful death claim, we can also assist in any necessary probate matters you may have.

Contact us to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your potential wrongful death case. If we believe you have a valid case and you decide to move forward on it, we will represent you on a contingency fee basis, meaning you will owe us nothing unless we are able to recover compensation for you.

At Harlow, Adams & Friedman, P.C., we represent clients in Milford and throughout Connecticut, including the communities of Bridgeport, New Haven, Stamford, Norwalk, Danbury, Stratford, Shelton, West Haven, Orange, Trumbull, Monroe and Derby; and other locations in Fairfield County and New Haven County.