Losing someone you love because of another person’s negligence is one of the hardest things a family can endure. While no amount of money can make up for your loss, holding the responsible party accountable can provide justice and financial security for your family’s future. A Bristol, PA, wrongful death accident attorney from Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC can guide you through every step of the legal process with care and determination.
With more than 100 years of combined experience, our team has helped many families pursue compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and other damages after a tragic loss. We understand what’s at stake and are here to handle the legal burden so you can focus on healing. Contact Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC today for a free consultation to learn how our Bristol personal injury lawyers can help your family seek justice and closure.
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.
Since our founding in 2005, Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC has built its reputation on personal attention and genuine care for our clients. When families come to us after a tragic loss, we understand that they’re not just seeking compensation — they’re seeking answers, accountability, and peace of mind.
We treat every client with the honesty and respect we would want for our own families. Our attorneys take the time to explain your rights, answer your questions, and guide you through each decision with clarity and compassion. While we focus on protecting your case from insurance companies and at-fault parties, we also work to protect your peace during this difficult time.
You’ll have direct access to your attorney and a firm that’s available around the clock when you need to talk. Consultations are always free, and because we work on contingency, you won’t owe us anything unless we recover compensation for you.
When we file a wrongful death action for a client, our goal is to hold the liable party or parties responsible by making them pay for the expenses and losses the victim’s loved ones experienced. This could include a wide range of costs, both economic and non-economic. Some common examples are:
Some cases may have us filing a survival action in addition to a wrongful death claim. A survival action is a claim filed by the estate to recover compensation for the pain, suffering, lost income, and other damages the victim could have pursued if they survived. This could be necessary if they survived for some time after an accident before passing away from their injuries.
The money recovered in a survival action goes to the estate and is distributed according to probate laws and the will or another estate plan. We can help explain your legal options and help you navigate some of the confusing aspects of these types of claims.
At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, our attorneys can handle many types of wrongful death cases for clients. These include:
Depending on the circumstances, families could pursue a case against a negligent driver, trucking company, property owner, or corporation whose careless or reckless actions caused the death. We encourage you to call us if you have lost a parent, child, or spouse because of someone else’s negligence. We can help you determine your rights and next steps during a free consultation.
When you choose our team to manage your loved one’s wrongful death case, we can take the steps necessary to develop a strong case and fight for the money you need and deserve. This may include:
Our attorneys approach each case based on its unique details. This could vary based on whether the death involved a crash, fall, defective product, or another type of injury. Each case requires its own evidence, experts, and legal strategies. We work with our clients to learn as much as possible about what happened and develop an approach to give them the best chance to get justice.
When you choose to hire our team, we will protect your rights, ensure you meet all deadlines, and document your recoverable damages. We manage your legal case, giving your family time to focus on healing. We know a financial recovery is important to you, but we want to allow you to grieve and heal without worrying about insurance claims or lawsuits.
We recommend contacting our team as soon as possible after your loved one’s passing. Getting legal help early allows us to protect your rights, preserve important evidence, and identify everyone who may be responsible for your family’s losses. Acting quickly can also help ensure your case stays within all applicable filing deadlines.
Under 42 Pa. C.S.A. § 5524(2), injured parties in Pennsylvania generally have two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. However, this timeframe can vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case. Our attorneys can review your situation, explain which deadlines may apply, and take steps to keep your case on track.
Our Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC team provides free consultations for families who lost a loved one in Bristol, PA. We want to ensure you understand your rights and how a Bristol wrongful death lawyer could help. Call today to learn more.
Our firm represents clients on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you pay no upfront fees for our services. We only receive payment if we successfully recover compensation for your case. This approach allows families to pursue justice without adding financial strain during an already difficult time.
You should look for a personal injury lawyer who has specific experience handling wrongful death cases. These attorneys understand the laws governing wrongful death claims, the evidence required to prove liability, and how to calculate both economic and non-economic damages. The wrongful death lawyers at Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC have decades of combined experience guiding families through these complex and emotional cases.
There is no true “average” wrongful death settlement in Pennsylvania because every case is different. The value of a claim depends on many factors, including how the death occurred, the extent of the financial and emotional losses, and the amount of available insurance coverage. Some cases may settle for tens of thousands of dollars, while others may reach much higher amounts.
