Huntingdon Valley Wrongful Death Lawyer

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If your loved one suffered a fatal injury, Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC is here to hold liable parties accountable for your family’s loss. Our Huntingdon Valley wrongful death lawyers can fight for you with experience and compassion. 

We have served clients in Pennsylvania since 2005, and we know what it takes to get our client the money they need. When you work with us, we provide you with the knowledge, resources, and support you need during a challenging time. Our goal is to get the compensation you deserve so that you can move forward without financial hardship. Contact us online or call today for a free consultation.

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Meet Our Attorneys

Lawrence Kalikhman, Esquire

Lawrence Kalikhman, Esquire is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Temple University.  Mr. Kalikhman received his Juris Doctorate from the Rutgers University School of Law.  He has experience in Personal Injury Litigation in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. 

Mr. Kalikhman is admitted to practice before state and federal courts in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New Jersey.  He is a member of the Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, and Bucks County Bar Associations, as well as the Pennsylvania Association for Justice.

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Eric Rayz, Esquire

Arkady “Eric” Rayz, Esquire is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Temple University.  As an undergraduate, Mr. Rayz was a recipient of the H. Thomas and Dorothy Willits Hallowell Scholarship and Temple University President’s Scholar Award.  Mr. Rayz obtained his Juris Doctorate from the James E. Beasley School of Law of Temple University, where he was a staff member and editor of the Temple International and Comparative Law Journal. 

Mr. Rayz has broad experience in handling matters in federal and state courts and is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New York.  He is a member of the Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Bar Associations.

Our Huntingdon Valley Wrongful Death Lawyers Can Help Your Family Seek Justice

The death of a loved one can leave a family reeling. The situation can be even more distressing when the cause of death was an avoidable accident. You may feel angry or confused about where to turn for help and are likely concerned about medical bills and other injury-related expenses. Our Huntingdon Valley personal injury lawyers can guide you. 

Our legal team can protect your family and future by fighting for full and fair wrongful death compensation. We know money cannot make up for your loss, but it can give you a measure of justice and ensure you do not pay for someone else’s mistakes. 

We understand you are coping with a lot, and we do not want to add more to your plate. We arm our clients with information so they can make informed choices, but our skilled attorneys will handle the details and shoulder your legal burden. We want you to put your time and energy where it belongs—on your family and healing. We can:

  • Investigate your loved one’s fatal accident
  • Collect evidence and use it to determine fault and establish negligence
  • Identify and pursue all of your economic and noneconomic damages 
  • Prepare and file insurance claims and legal documents
  • Manage deadlines and case-related communications
  • Aggressively negotiate on your behalf
  • Pursue a wrongful death lawsuit in civil court if necessary

We Offer Award-Winning Legal Service

Our law firm puts clients at the center of everything we do, and we get results. Our legal services have led to an array of awards and recognitions for our attorneys. 

Lawrence Kalikhman, Esquire, has been named one of America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys® —the most exclusive, elite level of personal injury litigators throughout the country. In addition, for more than a decade, Super Lawyer® Magazine has recognized him in the field of personal injury law. 

Arkady “Eric” Rayz, Esquire, has also been recognized by Super Lawyer® Magazine for over 10 years. In 2012, Mr. Rayz was named “Top Lawyer” by Main Line Today Magazine. More recently, The Legal Intelligencer® named him a “Lawyer on the Fast Track.” 

Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC can put its award-winning legal team to work for you. Fill out our online contact form or call 24/7 for a free consultation

Compensation for a Wrongful Death in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania

Your family is going through enough. You should not have to suffer further due to the financial strain of an accident. Our Huntingdon Valley wrongful death attorneys will pursue the maximum compensation possible for your loved one’s fatal injury. Damages may include:

  • Medical expenses. We can seek medical costs paid by the deceased’s estate or surviving family members. Medical damages may include emergency transportation and treatment, hospital and doctor fees, prescription drugs, nursing, palliative care, and other medical bills from the time of the accident until death. 
  • Lost income and services. We can pursue your loved one’s lost wages and employment benefits, including future income they would have earned had they lived. We can also seek damages for household services they would have provided.
  • Funeral and burial costs. We can seek compensation for your loved one’s funeral services and burial expenses. 
  • Intangible benefits and pain and suffering. We can pursue monetary awards for the loss of your loved one’s guidance, comfort, and society, and for your pain and suffering. 

Cases Our Huntingdon Valley Wrongful Death Attorneys Handle

A wrongful death case is essentially a personal injury case in which the deceased party is unable to bring their own claim. Any accident caused by negligence that leads to a fatality may result in a wrongful death action. Our Huntington wrongful death lawyers handle a variety of cases, including: 

Auto Accidents

According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), on average, three fatal traffic accident injuries occur daily on roadways in the state. Nationwide, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that motor vehicle accidents are the second-leading cause of death. 

If your loved one died because of a collision, our lawyers can assist with first-party auto insurance claims and third-party liability claims. We have experience with various types of vehicle wrecks, including:

  • Car accidents
  • Truck accidents
  • Motorcycle accidents
  • Bus accidents
  • Bicycle accidents
  • Pedestrian accidents
  • Drunk driving accidents
  • Hit-and-run accidents

Premises Liability

Premises liability claims address injuries caused by negligent or dangerous property conditions, including falls, which are the first leading cause of death in the United States, according to the CDC. Premises liability issues we handle include:

  • Slip and fall accidents
  • Dog bite injuries
  • Swimming pool accidents
  • Fire and burn injuries
  • Elevator and escalator accidents
  • Balcony and deck collapses
  • Negligent security issues

General Personal Injury

Many other types of accidents and injuries fall under the personal injury umbrella. Our dedicated legal team can assist with fatal injuries caused by many types of injuries. If you believe your loved one’s death resulted from negligence or wrongdoing, we can tell about your legal options. 

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Huntingdon Valley?

According to Pa. Rules of Civil Procedure No. 2022, the deceased’s personal representative (executor) must bring a wrongful death action on behalf of those entitled to recover damages. If the personal representative does not file suit within six months of the death, any person eligible to recover damages can file suit. 

42 Pa. C.S.A. § 8301 (b) states that qualifying claimants include the deceased’s surviving spouse, children, or parents. If there are no qualifying survivors, any beneficiary of the deceased’s estate can recover compensation. 

How Long Do You Have to Pursue Wrongful Death Damages?

42 Pa. C.S.A. § 5524(2) allows two years from your loved one’s passing to file a wrongful death lawsuit. If the statute of limitations expires, the court will likely refuse your case. 

Our Huntingdon Valley wrongful death lawyers can promptly file insurance claims and tirelessly work to secure a full and fair settlement. However, if we must take legal action, we will do so before time runs out. We are prepared to represent you at trial if necessary. 

Contact Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC About Your Wrongful Death Claim

At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, we take your loved one’s injury personally. We will not allow negligent drivers, property owners, or other at-fault parties to get away with hurting your family scot-free. Our Huntingdon Valley wrongful death lawyers are here to fight for you with compassion, honesty, and respect. 

We are available 24/7 to take your call and schedule a free consultation. You can also complete our online request form. Whenever you call our offices, you will speak with an actual attorney who can advise you on your case.

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