Jump to Navigation
Search

Wife Killed by Drunk Driver

Q: My wife was killed in a Long Island drunk driving accident. Can I sue the other driver?

A: Sorry to hear about your tragic loss. When a loved one is killed in a New York drunk driving accident, you often can pursue a wrongful death lawsuit.

A wrongful death lawsuit is different than other types of personal injury claims in that it involves the family members or dependants left behind. During a New York wrongful death suit, you would have to show that your wife’s death was the result of the defendant’s negligent actions.

This type of claim can be filed by a surviving spouse, children or other dependants. A successful case would entitle you to monetary damages, such as funeral expenses, loss of future earnings, medical bills, physical pain and mental suffering.

Contact a New York wrongful death lawyer from our office at 866-639-5567 for more information.

Case Results

  • $88,967,000
    Fetal Distress Causes Cerebral Palsy
  • $9,500,000
    Young Man Emergency Room Wrongful Death
  • $1,114,000
    28 Year Old Killed in Collision
  • $800,000
    Elderly Woman Dies in Slip and Fall Hospital Accident
  • $132,500
    Dehydration at Nursing Home

More Case Results

Client Testimonials

  • "Frankie can complete his education, I can give the girls a start in life and I can live my life with dignity and comfort. We are grateful for all those things, but most of all, for your kindness and caring."
  • "Just wanted to thank you for all you've done and continue to do. I learned a lot watching you perform at trial. I feel satisfied and vindicated."
  • "When nobody believed me, you did. When the other lawyer told my parents to settle, you supported me and convinced them to fight. When we won, I cried. I will never forget you."
  • "Everyone told me it was hopeless. You told me the only thing you could promise me was that I would get my day in Court. You kept your promise. God bless you for what you did for our family."
  • "I don't know what I would have done without you. You will always be in my prayers."
  • "I never saw anyone work as hard as you did for us. When the judge told us he hoped we appreciated what you did, I didn't say anything because I was choked up. I want you to know that we do. When people say that lawyers don't care, I tell them about you. Thank you for everything."
  • "When our daughter died we were devastated. Your kindness, understanding and support helped us through the most difficult time in our lives. For that we are eternally grateful."
Read More Client Testimonials

FAQs

Our Long Island and Manhattan accident lawyers are committed to answering your personal injury and accident questions.

Find Answers to Your Questions

Learn More About Your Personal Injury Issue In Our Document Library

Schedule Your Free Initial Consultation Today

Manhattan
Rappaport, Glass, Greene & Levine, LLP
733 Third Avenue, 12th Floor
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 866-639-5567
New York Law Office

Long Island
Rappaport, Glass, Greene & Levine, LLP
1355 Motor Parkway
Hauppauge, NY 11749
Phone: 866-639-5567
Hauppauge Law Office

Call us toll free: 866-639-5567

We serve clients throughout New York, including Suffolk County, Nassau County, New York County, Queens County, Kings County, Bronx County, Westchester County, Long Island, Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Bronx, Staten Island, New York City, Hempstead, Islip, Huntington, Valley Stream, Bay Shore, Garden City, Hauppauge, East Hampton, Southampton, Stony Brook, Moriches, Westhampton and Roslyn.