Wrongful Death

wrongful_deathThe loss of a loved one can be a devastating experience. Whether it was a protracted illness caused by a delayed diagnosis, medical malpractice, premises liability, a negligent driver, elevator accident or a construction accident, the surviving family members will likely face both emotional and financial turmoil.

The attorneys at Kramer, Dillof, Livingston & Moore specialize in personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death cases. We are dedicated to achieving justice, peace of mind and financial security for our clients.

The firm is led by senior partners Judith Livingston and Thomas Moore, two of the most respected, honored and successful trial attorneys in America. They set the tone and the very high bar that has enabled our firm to consistently rank among the top two or three personal injury law firms in New York and the nation. Wrongful death cases are particularly difficult for families.

If you have a loved one who has died and believe there was some sort of negligence, carelessness or malpractice, talk to us about your wrongful death claim.

Top Verdict Wrongful Death BadgeIn 2020, KDLM secured a $9,250,000 settlement in a Bronx County action for injuries and wrongful death of a 49-year-old man who suffered a ruptured aneurysm and survived for nearly six years with severe neurologic injuries before succumbing to death — he was survived by a wife and three children.

In 2020, KDLM secured $2,800,000 for the injuries and wrongful death of a 41 year-old unmarried woman who was crushed to death as a result of an elevator malfunction that resulted from negligence by the elevator repair company and improper maintenance by the building manager.

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