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Wrongful Death

The loss of a loved one can be one of the most trying times of your life. When your family member’s death was caused by another party’s negligence, the mourning process is intensified. Such circumstances provide the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit so that you can receive the closure and financial compensation you and your family are entitled to. Attorney Ranallo and the wrongful death lawyers at the Law Offices of Jason M. Ranallo, P.C are ready to answer your questions, evaluate your case, and fight to hold the responsible party accountable.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death

Seeing yourself or your loved one suffer due to someone else’s negligence is difficult, and losing them is worse. Wrongful death cases can arise as a result of:

  • Motor vehicle crashes
  • Medical errors
  • Defective products
  • Workplace accidents
  • Animal attacks
  • Slip and fall injuries / premises liability
  • Construction accidents

We at the Law Offices of Jason M. Ranallo, P.C have handled a myriad of wrongful death cases in Massachusetts, always keeping your best interests at the forefront.

What can you claim compensation for?

No amount of money can compensate for the loss of a loved one, but a successful wrongful death claim can offer financial reassurance to survivors. The wrongful death lawyers at the Law of Offices of Jason M. Ranallo in Canton, MA can help you receive compensation for the following:

  • Missing income of the deceased person. This consists of the complete value the deceased member would have earned during their lifetime.
  • Damages covering emotional suffering and the guidance and advice to deal with it.
  • Full value of expenses such as funeral and burial expenses.
  • Survival action can be recovered in some cases as well. This allows family members to recover money for medical bills and other losses.

There are limitations to Massachusetts’ compensation rules related to wrongful death cases, however. Call the Law Offices of Jason M. Ranallo, P.C today, and we can discuss the necessary steps to pursuing the full range of damages related to the death of your loved one.

How can you file a wrongful death claim in Massachusetts?

According to Massachusetts law, a wrongful death claim can be filed only by the ‘Personal Representative’ of the deceased person’s estate. The representative is appointed by the Probate and Family Court where the deceased resided. We often work with immediate family members and other beneficiaries to facilitate filing of these actions.

How can the Law Offices of Jason M. Ranallo, P.C help?

Wrongful death cases are complex. Consulting an experienced personal injury attorney is the first step to holding the negligent party accountable for your loved one’s loss.

The Law Offices of Jason M. Ranallo, P.C can offer the correct guidance and effective representation you need to protect your rights. While no legal pressure can bring back your loved one, our wrongful death lawyers can fight for his or her justice. Our lawyers have experience in reviewing medical records, working with investigators, deposing witnesses, and dealing many types of wrongful death claims. We are compassionate professionals who understand what you’re going through.

If you lost a loved one, call the Law Offices of Jason M. Ranallo, P.C. today at 781-344-6200 or contact the firm online to schedule a free consultation to review your case. For your convenience, home, hospital, evening, and weekend appointments are available upon request. Our wrongful death attorney can provide legal services on a No Win No Fee Guarantee, which means that you don’t have to pay the legal costs unless we win the claim at the end.

Excellent lawyer. Probably the best I’ve dealt with. He is extremely knowledgeable and a great person. I highly recommend him. He is down to earth and very professional.

Daniel Hamlin

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Wrongful Death FAQ

  • Who are the parties in a wrongful death lawsuit?

    The decedent’s personal representative appointed by the Probate and Family Court can bring the action against the responsible parties on behalf of the estate and beneficiaries of the decedent.

  • What are the type of damages that may be recoverable?

    • Reasonable expected net income of the decedent
    • Loss of various aspects of interfamilial relationships
    • Conscious pain and suffering of the decedent
    • Medical expenses
    • Funeral and burial expenses
    • Punitive damages

  • Where do most wrongful death claims come from?

    • Car accidents
    • Motorcycle accidents
    • Bicycle accidents
    • Defective products
    • Slip and fall accidents
    • Workplace accidents
    • Medical Malpractice

  • How long do I have to bring a claim or file a lawsuit against the responsible party?

    Generally, there is a three-year statute of limitations to file a lawsuit against the responsible parties, with limited exceptions. Which means, if the personal representative does not file a complaint in court against the proper party(ies), the estate and its beneficiaries will never be able to recover monies from them or their insurance company. However, if the action is against the Commonwealth or a city and town, there are strict time-sensitive notice requirements that that must be made long before the three-year statute of limitations. There are also many different notice and time requirements that may apply depending on the type of claim or the responsible party.
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