Long Branch Wrongful Death Attorney
When someone dies because another person made a serious mistake, families are left grieving and searching for answers. We know that pain all too well, because we’ve stood beside families in Long Branch who have gone through it. Whether it’s a deadly crash, a fall on unsafe property, or medical care that went wrong, we take these cases seriously. At Chamlin, Uliano & Walsh, we work hard to understand exactly what happened and why. Our goal is to help your family find the truth and seek justice. You don’t have to take on a legal case by yourself. We’ll walk you through it and fight for the respect your loved one deserves.
What Our Wrongful Death Lawyers Do for You
A sudden death changes everything. Families are left with grief, bills, and questions about what happened. At Chamlin, Uliano & Walsh, our lawyers work hard to bring answers and justice. We begin by sitting down with you and learning about your loved one and what led to their death. From there, we start investigating. That includes collecting records, speaking to witnesses, and consulting experts who help us understand exactly what caused the accident. We use this information to build a strong legal case. Then we file the claim and handle every call, meeting, or negotiation with the insurance company. If needed, we go to trial and present your case in front of a judge and jury. We take care of the legal work so you can focus on your family.
Why Proving Negligence Matters in Wrongful Death Cases
Negligence isn’t always obvious. Sometimes it’s the result of a poor decision. Other times it’s from ignoring a risk that later leads to harm. When that harm results in death, the law allows families to bring a wrongful death claim. But they must first prove that negligence occurred. This means showing that someone didn’t act with the care they were supposed to, whether that’s a driver, a doctor, a property owner, or even a company. If someone had a responsibility to act safely and failed to do so, and that failure led to a death, we work to hold them responsible. We help families understand how this legal concept applies to their situation. That means reviewing the facts, talking to experts, and making the connection between the careless act and the loss. It’s not always easy to prove, but we take the time to build strong cases. We know this process can feel complicated, so we work closely with our clients every step of the way to make sure nothing gets missed.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in New Jersey?
Not everyone knows who’s allowed to file a wrongful death lawsuit, and we understand how confusing it can be. At Chamlin, Uliano & Walsh, we explain these laws in simple terms because families have enough to deal with. In New Jersey, a personal representative is the one who files the claim. This person is often named in the will, but if there’s no will, the court picks someone. That person doesn’t file for themselves—they do it for the people who suffered the most from the loss. Usually, that’s the spouse, children, or parents. But in some cases, brothers, sisters, or other relatives can also qualify, especially if they depended on the person who died. We help figure all this out. It’s our job to look at your family’s situation and see who’s eligible to recover damages. There’s no need to guess or search for answers alone—we’ll walk you through it and handle the legal details from start to finish.
What Compensation Can You Claim In a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
A wrongful death can change every part of a person’s life. Income stops. Bills come in. The daily help and care that once came from that person is suddenly gone. In New Jersey, families can file a wrongful death claim to recover money for those losses. That includes what the person would’ve earned over time and the value of the work they did for the household. It can also include money spent on medical care and burial services. Some losses are harder to measure, like the love, support, and advice the person gave their family. Still, the law allows us to include them in a claim. We sit with families to understand exactly what was lost—then we fight to help make things right. We know no amount of money can fix what happened, but we do everything we can to ease the burden.
Get a Case Review With Our Long Branch Wrongful Death Attorneys
It’s never easy to reach out after losing a loved one, but we’re here when you’re ready. Our Long Branch wrongful death attorneys understand that every family’s story is different. We take the time to listen and learn what happened before building a case. If someone’s actions caused this loss, we want to help you hold them accountable. You don’t have to go through this process alone. Call us at (732) 229-3200, and let’s have a conversation about how we can help your family during this time.