When a person takes the subway in New York, they expect to have a safe journey to their desired destination. Unfortunately, subway accidents are quite common, including fatal accidents. Losing a loved one is a tragic event, but such a loss can be made even worse by the fact that your loved one’s wrongful death was caused by the negligence of another party. The wrongful death of your loved one following a subway accident may have been caused by the negligence of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). As a result, you may be entitled to compensation from the MTA in a wrongful death lawsuit.
If you lost a loved one in a subway accident, an experienced wrongful death attorney may be able to help you recover damages for your losses. No amount of money can bring your loved one back, but the negligent party should be held liable for your loved one’s wrongful death. At the Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP we understand how difficult it is to lose a loved one. We know that you are grappling with both grief and financial burdens, such as funeral costs. Our goal is to bring justice to you by recovering the compensation you deserve from the negligent party.
Find an Experienced Wrongful Death Attorney
A wrongful death occurs when such death is caused by the negligence of another party. For example, the MTA is responsible for maintaining the subway system in a safe manner for passengers. Subway accidents could be the result of poor maintenance, lack of repairs, faulty signals, or other issues the MTA should have addressed before an accident occurred. When a person dies in a subway accident, the family of the deceased may be able to bring a wrongful death claim against the MTA. The family of the deceased should seek legal representation as soon as possible from an experienced legal team.
In your wrongful death lawsuit, you will need to prove that the MTA’s negligence led to the death of your loved one. You and your legal team will work together to build a strong case against the MTA. Negligence claims involve four elements. First, you must prove that the MTA owed your loved one a duty of care to maintain the subway in a safe condition. Second, you must show evidence that the MTA breached this duty of care. Third, you must prove that the MTA’s breach of its duty of care resulted in your loved one’s death. Finally, you will need to provide evidence that you have suffered damages because of your loved one’s wrongful death.
File a Wrongful Death Claim Against the Responsible Party in a Timely Manner
When bringing a wrongful death claim, there are certain time limits in which you must file your claim. There are even more specific filing restrictions when the party you are suing is a government entity. You will need the assistance of a skilled and experienced legal team that can follow the correct rules and restrictions that govern the process of suing the MTA.
Fatal subway accidents could occur for a variety of reasons. Depending on the facts of your case, the MTA may be responsible for the wrongful death of your loved one. It can be intimidating to bring a wrongful death claim against a government entity, but the MTA should compensate the deceased’s family when it is liable for a wrongful death. You should not have to navigate the aftermath of losing a loved one alone. Our experienced wrongful death attorneys care about helping you bring justice to the negligent party that caused your loved one’s death.
Let the Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP Handle Your Wrongful Death Case Today
Fatal subway accidents result in tragedy and hardship for the families of the deceased victims. Often, the cause of such subway accidents is the negligence of the MTA. If your loved one passed away in a subway accident, you should not hesitate to reach out to a trusted wrongful death attorney. You deserve to hold the MTA liable in court and recover compensation for your losses. Our skilled wrongful death lawyers have brought successful claims against the MTA, and we want to help you during this difficult time.
The Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP is ready to discuss your wrongful death case today. We are prepared to investigate your case, determine if the MTA is liable, and pursue any compensation you are owed. To schedule a free consultation, please call (516) 358-6900 or fill out our contact form.
