Philadelphia Wrongful Death Attorney

Losing a family member unexpectedly creates a heavy burden that feels impossible to carry, especially when you know that the recklessness of another person caused the loss. Pennsylvania and New Jersey laws allow specific relatives of those who die because of someone else’s negligence to file wrongful death claims to seek accountability. These legal actions address specific financial and emotional losses, such as outstanding medical bills and the loss of companionship, which helps provide grieving families with a sense that justice has been served. Sean Quinn and the legal team at Quinn Law Group focus on supporting those who are going through the aftermath of a fatal accident.

Our firm focuses on securing significant recoveries that help your family find a path forward after a devastating loss.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death We Handle

Vehicle crashes remain the primary reason for wrongful death lawsuits in our region. Across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, thousands of individuals lose their lives every year while walking, riding motorcycles, or driving cars. Our attorneys have successfully handled wrongful death litigation involving many different scenarios, including:

• Car crashes
• Motorcycle crashes
• Pedestrian accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Trucking accidents
• Boating accidents
• Medical malpractice
• Nursing home neglect
• Dangerous products
• Harmful medications and medical equipment
• Drownings
• Electrocutions
• Animal attacks and dog bites
• Trampoline injuries
• Slip and fall incidents
• Other fatal accidents

Compensation Available in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit

The family members left behind can seek various types of compensation depending on the specific facts surrounding the fatal event:

• Hospital and healthcare costs
• Pain and suffering the deceased person felt before passing
• Future income the deceased would have earned over their lifetime
• Lost wages starting from the injury date until the date of death
• Loss of consortium, which includes the protection of a spouse or the guidance and mentorship a parent provides
• Loss of financial support
• Loss of household services
• Emotional distress and mental anguish experienced by the survivors
• Costs for the funeral and burial services

Eligibility to Start a Wrongful Death Case

Different individuals have the right to seek damages after a fatal accident occurs. While Pennsylvania and New Jersey laws have specific rules about who can lead the legal process, the recovery is generally intended for those most closely related to the deceased. Under state statutes, the following individuals are typically eligible to benefit from a wrongful death action:

• A surviving spouse
• Children of the deceased
• Parents of the deceased
• Dependent relatives by blood or adoption

Speak with Our Philadelphia Wrongful Death Attorneys Today

Even though we want to believe our communities are safe, the reality is that many people die every year due to behavior that could have been avoided, such as a driver looking at a phone instead of the road or a company choosing to save money by selling a dangerous product. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that the rate of deaths from unintentional injuries has jumped by 35.5 percent over the last twenty years. If your loved one died because of the negligence, broken contract, or wrongful behavior of another party, you have the right to seek financial recovery through the legal system.

The Philadelphia wrongful death lawyers at Quinn Law Group have over 20 years of trial experience and have recovered millions for clients, including results of $4.25 million and $2.4 million. Sean Quinn is recognized as a Top 100 Super Lawyer and maintains a perfect 10.0 Avvo rating because of his aggressive advocacy for injury victims. We limit our caseload to ensure every family receives the personalized attention they deserve during this difficult time. Contact us today at (215) 360-3666 to discuss your case.

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