Wrongful Death
New York doctor faces revival of a wrongful death suit
Craig Rosenbaum | April 17, 2014 | Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one is never an easy experience to go through, but when her or his death occurs as a result of another’s negligence, it can be an even more difficult burden. Everyone makes mistakes, but when those mistakes cost lives, it is a serious matter. Cases of wrongful death do not end with… read more
Wrongful death suit after floor finish causes fire in New York
Craig Rosenbaum | February 27, 2014 | Wrongful Death
Accidents happen, and it doesn’t take much to cause them. Fatigue, distractions or even lack of awareness can all be factors. Unfortunately, the repercussions of negligence can often be severe. Property can be damaged, and people may be injured or even die. One such fatal accident has been under investigation in New York. While working… read more
Officer accused of killing accident victim in wrongful death suit
Craig Rosenbaum | January 15, 2014 | Wrongful Death
In New York, we expect that police officers will protect us from harm and help us when we are in an emergency. Most of the time, that is exactly what happens, but sometimes those charged with protecting us fail to do so. That is what allegedly happened when a police officer shot and killed a… read more
Wrongful death lawsuit results in $281 million award
Craig Rosenbaum | December 12, 2013 | Wrongful Death
There is nothing worse than the loss of a loved one due to a fatal accident. The sense of anguish and loss can overwhelm even the strongest person. One common question is whether the accident was truly an accident or whether someone was responsible for the death through negligence. That question is routinely answered by… read more
New York family awarded $2 million for father’s wrongful death
Craig Rosenbaum | November 27, 2013 | Wrongful Death
After the death of a family member, life can be confusing and overwhelming for the relatives who must face the loss. There are many different ways to respond to and cope with the loss of a loved one. One response may not be obvious or an easy choice: filing a wrongful death claim. However, it… read more
Fatal accident remains under investigation in New York
Craig Rosenbaum | September 20, 2013 | Wrongful Death
A motor vehicle accident can happen in an instant. This type of traffic accident is generally governed by the law of negligence; this area of the law deals with the probability that one of the drivers failed to exercise due care that may have prevented the wrongful death of a person. The fact that one… read more
Fatal accident: bus driver faces charges due to cell phone use
Craig Rosenbaum | August 15, 2013 | Wrongful Death
Death is inevitable; it is the end of all living things on earth. However, when the cause of death is something preventable, families are often left devastated and searching for answers. Family members may experience financial difficulties, loss of parental guidance and pain and suffering. The road to closure is not easy, but a wrongful… read more
Man dies in New York’s latest fatal accident
Craig Rosenbaum | July 18, 2013 | Wrongful Death
Because of its dense population, Manhattan is known not only for being the country’s center of trade, but also for having extremely busy and dangerous roads. This area is so notorious that a lot of New Yorkers consider it one of the top fatal accident spots in the state. The reason behind this is the… read more
Four-year-old girl in fatal accident in New York
Craig Rosenbaum | July 2, 2013 | Wrongful Death
Emotions filled a New York courtroom at the recent arraignment for a vehicular manslaughter suspect. The suspect, a 17-year-old male, is accused of erratic driving, which led to a fatal accident that killed a 4-year-old girl and injured her grandmother earlier this month. The girl’s family members have expressed their frustration by demanding a thorough… read more
Family sues N.H.L. for wrongful death of son
Craig Rosenbaum | May 20, 2013 | Wrongful Death
Many parents encourage their children to participate in sports. Most of them presumably believe the benefits of include not only physical fitness but self-discipline and character development. However, for one family, a sport has allegedly led to the death of their son. The parents of the late New York Rangers hockey player Derek Boogaard have… read more