- What Our New Castle Wrongful Death Attorneys Can Do for You
- Understanding Wrongful Death Claims in Pennsylvania
- How Our New Castle Wrongful Death Attorneys Fight for Maximum Compensation
- What Can You Do to Preserve Your Legal Rights After a Wrongful Death in New Castle?
- Let Our Law Firm Seek Justice and Peace
When someone else’s negligence causes a loved one’s death, your grief may be compounded by anger, confusion, and questions about what comes next. You deserve answers, support, and justice as you face this difficult time. Our New Castle wrongful death lawyers can help.
A wrongful death claim can’t bring a loved one back, but it can provide the financial relief and accountability your family needs to begin healing. For over 40 years, Berger and Green has been helping victims of negligence. Let our New Castle personal injury lawyers focus on the fight for compensation while you focus on your family. Contact us today.
What Our New Castle Wrongful Death Attorneys Can Do for You
When you’re faced with the unimaginable loss of a loved one, the lawyer you choose matters. At Berger and Green, we bring legal experience, compassion, and a commitment to helping New Castle families during their most difficult moments:
- Trusted Experience and Results: Our team includes attorneys who are members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a distinction awarded to lawyers who have secured million-dollar settlements or verdicts.
- Compassionate, Client-First Service: Your story matters to us. We offer free consultations, including home and hospital visits for those who may require it. We maintain open, frequent communication so you never feel alone or uninformed.
From the start, our New Castle fatal accident lawyers tailor our approach to your unique needs and keep your well-being at the center of every decision.
40+ years of experience from strong, knowledgeable, compassionate attorneys.
Start A Free EvaluationUnderstanding Wrongful Death Claims in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania law allows surviving family members to pursue justice through a wrongful death claim. This civil action seeks to hold the responsible party financially accountable and help the family recover their losses.
What is a Wrongful Death Claim?
Under 42 Pa. C.S. § 8301, a wrongful death occurs when a person dies due to the “wrongful act or neglect or unlawful violence or negligence of another.” These claims can arise from events like car accidents, medical malpractice, and slip and fall accidents.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?
In Pennsylvania, the deceased’s spouse, parent, or adult child has the legal right to file a wrongful death lawsuit. If the deceased had no close surviving relatives, their personal representative may file.
What Wrongful Death Damages Can You Recover?
Berger and Green can seek compensation for:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Pain and suffering of surviving family members
- Loss of companionship, guidance, and support
What is the Difference Between a Survival Claim and Wrongful Death Claim?
A survival action pursues damages the deceased could have claimed had they lived, such as pain and suffering before death and medical expenses incurred between the time of the accident and the time of death.
How Long Do I Have to File a Wrongful Death Case?
Under Pa. C.S.A. § 5524, Pennsylvania law typically allows two years to take legal action. This deadline begins on the day your loved one passed away if you are filing a wrongful death case. If you are filing a survival claim, it begins on the day they were injured. The date of death and the date of injury are not always the same.
Working with our personal injury attorneys ensures you meet all applicable deadlines when possible to do so.
We know you’re hurting. We can help. Free case evaluations, home and hospital visits.
Contact Us Now For HelpHow Our New Castle Wrongful Death Attorneys Fight for Maximum Compensation
Successfully pursuing a wrongful death claim in New Castle requires more than just proving that a tragedy occurred. Your case demands compelling evidence that another party caused your loved one’s death. At Berger and Green, we apply personalized legal strategies to build evidence-based cases that stand up in negotiations or court.
To recover compensation, we must prove these four key elements:
- Duty of Care: The at-fault party was legally responsible for acting reasonably (e.g., a driver obeying traffic laws or a doctor providing competent care).
- Breach of Duty: They failed to uphold that duty through negligent or reckless actions.
- Causation: This breach directly caused the victim’s injuries.
- Damages: The death resulted in financial and/or emotional losses to the surviving family.
Using Evidence to Build a Wrongful Death Case
Our legal team conducts thorough investigations to gather critical evidence, including:
- Accident reports, medical records, and expert testimony
- Surveillance or dashcam footage, where available
- Eyewitness statements
- Employment and income documentation to prove lost financial support
- Emotional impact statements from family members
When necessary, we work with accident reconstructionists, medical experts, and economic analysts to show the full scope of the loss and project future losses. We fight for compensation and accountability, closure, and justice your family deserves. Contact Berger and Green today.
You need an attorney with the experience and dedication to give your case the care it deserves.
Start A Free EvaluationWhat Can You Do to Preserve Your Legal Rights After a Wrongful Death in New Castle?
In the aftermath of a loved one’s passing, you may feel uncertain about what steps to take. Actions that can be helpful for your case include the following:
- Speak With a New Castle Wrongful Death Lawyer Promptly: Consulting us early ensures you understand your rights and can begin preserving evidence.
- Preserve Key Evidence: Keep any documents related to the incident, includingthe death certificate, police reports from the New Castle Police Department,medical records, photos or videos from the scene, and any contact information for witnesses.
- Avoid Speaking to Insurance Companies Alone: Insurers may contact you soon after the death and offer a quick settlement. These offers are often far less than your case is worth. Politely decline to comment until you’ve spoken to an attorney who can protect your interests.
- Keep Records of Expenses:Track all financial losses, such as funeral costs and lost household income.
Taking these steps early gives your attorney the best chance to build a strong, successful case. At Berger and Green, we make the process as easy as possible so you can focus on what matters most—healing and honoring your loved one’s memory.
We can address all the legal hurdles that may be keeping you from getting a fair settlement.
Speak To An Attorney TodayLet Our Law Firm Seek Justice and Peace
During this difficult time, you deserve more than answers. Your family deserves justice, accountability, and financial support to move forward. At Berger and Green, we’ve supported Pennsylvania families for over 40 years, providing legal guidance with compassion and determination.
We offer free consultations, and you won’t pay us anything unless we win your case. Call Berger and Green today. Our New Castle wrongful death attorneys are here to listen to your story, fight for your rights, and help your family find the path forward.
