Whether you lost a loved one in a motor vehicle accident, pedestrian accident, slip and fall, or another incident caused by someone else’s negligence, you deserve justice. A wrongful death accident attorney in Haverford, PA can help you pursue appropriate compensation for all your economic and non-economic losses.
At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, we know you’re going through one of the most challenging times in your life right now, and we offer you our sympathies. When you hire our Haverford personal injury lawyers, you can take time to grieve your loved one while we negotiate with the insurance company. We will put our entire team’s 100+ years of combined experience to work for you. Contact us now for a free initial consultation.
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.
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.
Having a loved one pass away from a preventable incident is heart-wrenching. If the at-fault vehicle driver, property owner, or another negligent party had been more careful, your family member would still be with you.
If you find yourself in this difficult situation, our wrongful death attorneys in Haverford, PA are committed to providing you with personalized attention and support. We will guide you through the legal process step by step and fight to secure the financial compensation you need and deserve to recover. Our team treats all our clients with respect and compassion, and we will always put your needs first.
An insurance adjuster will likely contact you shortly after the accident. They will offer their condolences for your loss and say they’re going to make a large monetary offer to compensate your family generously. When you are distraught over your loved one’s death and overwhelmed by the claims process, you may be tempted to accept that offer, especially if it sounds like a significant sum.
However, the insurance company does not have your best interests at heart. Insurance providers make money by preying on grieving people when they are in a very vulnerable and emotional state. Even if the amount of money they offer you is higher than you predicted, you likely qualify to receive much more. With a Haverford wrongful death lawyer from Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC on your side, you can ensure you don’t settle for less money than you deserve.
Our personal injury law firm believes in arming you with knowledge, so you can make informed choices about your case. While the decision to accept or reject a settlement offer is ultimately yours, we will help you evaluate each offer with a clear mind and knowledge of what your case is actually worth, so you aren’t left in the dark.
Pennsylvania law (42 Pa. C.S.A. § 8301) defines a wrongful death as one that is “caused by the wrongful act or neglect or unlawful violence or negligence of another.” Examples of accidents that may cause a wrongful death include:
Even if the type of accident that claimed your loved one’s life is not listed above, we may still be able to help you. To learn about your legal options, contact Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC today. We are available 24/7 to take your call.
One of the reasons many families accept less money than they deserve after a wrongful death is that they don’t understand all the damages they qualify for.
Pennsylvania law generally allows a personal representative (estate executor) to file a lawsuit on behalf of a decedent’s spouse, children, and/or parents to recover the following damages:
Wrongful death damages include both the economic and non-economic losses your family experiences because of your loved one’s passing, including:
In addition to a wrongful death claim, your family may be able to recover compensation via a survival action claim. The recoverable damages in a survival action are those which the decedent could have claimed had they survived, such as:
Pennsylvania’s intestacy laws, which govern wrongful death claims, are nuanced and complicated. Your Haverford wrongful death accident lawyer can help you understand what damages your family qualifies for and who can recover them.
At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, we understand that money cannot bring your loved one back, but it can help your family move forward without financial concerns. We have secured tens of millions of dollars on behalf of thousands of satisfied clients in Pennsylvania.
Our wrongful death accident lawyers in Haverford, PA are ready and waiting to take the legal burden off your plate, so you can spend your time honoring your loved one’s memory. To get started on your wrongful death claim with a free consultation, contact us today.
Per 42 Pa. C.S.A. § 5524(2), surviving family members generally have just two years from the date of a loved one’s passing to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the at-fault party or parties. For those filing a survival action, the statute of limitations clock starts running on the date the decedent was injured, which may differ from their date of death.
Every case has unique circumstances, so it’s important to reach out to our team as soon as you can to preserve your right to take action.
Losing a loved one because of someone else’s negligence is devastating, and the last thing you should worry about is how to afford legal help. Our Haverford wrongful death attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. That means there are no upfront costs and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Our goal is to ease your burden, not add to it. If you’re unsure what your case might involve or just want answers about the process, we encourage you to call Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC. We’re here to listen and help you understand your options with compassion and clarity.
Most wrongful death claims do not go to court. However, if we cannot reach a reasonable agreement with the insurance company, filing a lawsuit maintains your right to take your case to trial. If your case reaches that point, your attorney will work hard to convince a jury to award you the compensation you deserve.
