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Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, PLLC, is comprised of a top-rated New York wrongful death lawyer who has been successfully helping car accident victims for over 30 years. At the Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, PLLC, we treat clients like family. Right from the start, you will feel at ease working with a caring and compassionate wrongful death attorney who is on your side. Check out our five-star Google reviews by actual former clients.
Our 5-star Google rating is a testament to our hard work and commitment to client satisfaction. At the Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, PLLC, clients can easily reach their lawyer to ask questions about the case at any time. Our compassion and aggressiveness in court are why we continue to obtain settlement awards for our clients.
If you or a loved one was injured in a wrongful death in New York, call us for a free consultation to speak with a top rated New York wrongful death lawyer.
“I am grateful to have had the opportunity to meet this outstanding lawyer Brett, who provided us with exceptional guidance and support throughout the entire process. His dedication to helping my daughter Emily and I navigate a difficult time was truly impressive. He was always available to answer our questions, demonstrating a level of commitment that is rare among lawyers. We appreciate his willingness to accommodate our needs, despite his busy schedule. His exceptional support and assistance have made a significant difference in our lives, and we will highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal representation. Throughout our experience, he demonstrated a level of care and compassion that made us feel like family, rather than just clients. And still kept in touch with us after.”
– Preeta L., Former Client
*Client testimonials reflect individual experiences and do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Brett Nomberg Law offers free consultations with no attorney fee unless you win. If you were injured due to someone else’s negligence, the Top New York Personal Injury Attorney is ready to hear your story. Call anytime — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Mr. Nomberg has taken to verdict or settled each of the cases below, which represent only a handful of our successes. **
**Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own merits.
The wrongful death of a loved one caused by an accident or medical malpractice will be a traumatic event for the entire family. A wrongful death cause of action allows the beneficiaries of the Estate compensation for their pecuniary loss due to the death of the family member.
Typically, the pecuniary loss is the loss of income from a working parent and spouse. In addition, wrongful death actions allow compensation for the loss of parental guidance to the surviving children, loss of a future inheritance, and funeral expenses.
Before commencing a wrongful death claim in New York, an Administrator for the Estate must be appointed; usually a spouse, child, or sibling. All Wills should be located for the decedent as soon as possible.
Strict time limitations exist to commence an action for wrongful death. An action may depend upon who is injured, who the potential defendant is, as well as the enactment of new laws and judicial decisions interpreting the law. Computing the time limitations is not a simple matter and a person should promptly consult an experienced New York wrongful death lawyer once he or she suspects wrongdoing.
Brett Nomberg personally handles every single case from trial through appeals. Speak directly to your lawyer—even on weekends. No attorney fee unless we win.
In 2024, the CDC reported 197,449 deaths due to unintentional injuries. Many of these deaths, including those that occurred in the New York State, were due to other parties’ negligence. Motor vehicle accidents and workplace accidents contributed heavily to the large number of fatalities caused by accidental injuries.
Whether your loved one was fatally injured in a car crash or died due to the use of a defective product, you can hire a wrongful death lawyer to help you hold the liable party accountable. While no amount of money will truly make up for the pain of losing your loved one, you can use the compensation to pay for expenses, make up for lost income, and find ways to move forward with your life.
The only person who can file a claim for wrongful death in New York is the executor or administrator of the deceased’s estate. Surviving family members cannot file claims directly in their own names unless they are also appointed as the estate’s personal representative by the New York State Surrogate Court.
Distributees in a wrongful death case can include any surviving heirs or beneficiaries, including spouses, children, parents, or siblings, if there are no closer relatives.
The kind of lawyer you need for a wrongful death claim is a personal injury attorney with experience handling wrongful claims. This type of personal injury attorney focuses on helping the surviving family members seek compensation for their economic and non-economic losses. You can trust a New York wrongful death attorney to handle all aspects of your case, from filing paperwork to negotiating a fair settlement.
It’s difficult to say what percentage of wrongful death cases are successful. Most cases do not go to trial and instead being resolved through negotiations with the liable party’s insurance company. You will improve your odds of success in your case by hiring a skilled attorney who has experience in handling similar cases.
Generally, you have two years from the death of the deceased to file a wrongful death claim in New York.
The team here at the Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, PLLC, has extensive knowledge of wrongful death laws and how to leverage them to get our clients real results. We provide compassionate, personalized legal services. When you work with our team, you can always speak to an attorney. You’ll never get passed off to a lower-level employee, and we’re available seven days a week. Contact us to schedule an initial consultation regarding your case today.
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