Seek Justice After the Wrongful Death of a Loved One
At the Law Offices of Piazza, Simmons & Grant, L.L.C., our trial attorneys are dedicated to helping the surviving families of people killed in accidents of all types. We understand that taking legal action after a death is about more than money — our goal is to help people seek justice.
Our Stamford, Connecticut, does this by helping clients file wrongful death lawsuits in Connecticut courts. These lawsuits hold negligent actors accountable for their actions. They call attention to the harms that caused the accident and, hopefully, prevent the same kinds of harm from happening to others in the future.
Connecticut Wrongful Death Law
In Connecticut, the law on wrongful death is not survivor-based. This means that the estate of the deceased can recover on behalf of the decedent — not just the survivors. Whether the wrongful death arises from a car accident or medical negligence, the estate can take action to hold wrongdoers accountable.
When our law firm pursues a wrongful death claim, it is our job to demonstrate why the deceased person's loved ones should be compensated for a wide range of factors:
- Pain and suffering prior to death
- Post-mortem and funeral expenses
- Death itself, which is in effect a "total lack of health
- Destruction of earning capacity
- Destruction of the capacity to carry on and enjoy life's activities
- Other considerations such as whether the death resulted from reckless disregard, which Connecticut law says merits the award of double or treble damages
- Loss of affection and support
Contact Us
With more than 30 years of experience, our wrongful death lawyers understand the importance of giving every detail of your loved one's accidental death claim its due attention. To learn more about how we can help you with a wrongful death lawsuit, contact the Law Offices of Piazza, Simmons & Grant, L.L.C. by calling us toll free at 1-866-764-7591 or by completing our online contact form.
