Secure Medical Records and Autopsy Reports
Request all relevant medical records, treatment notes, and autopsy results to document the cause of death and potential negligence.
Losing a loved one due to medical negligence is devastating. At The Nicholas Law Firm, our Connecticut medical malpractice wrongful death lawyers provide compassionate legal support for families in Torrington and across Northwest Connecticut. We specialize in pursuing justice and maximum compensation for families impacted by fatal medical errors under Connecticut wrongful death laws.
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Annual deaths from medical errors in the U.S., representing about 9.5% of all deaths.
795,000
Estimated U.S. deaths from diagnostic errors, a leading cause of medical malpractice.
11,440
Medical Malpractice Claims in Connecticut in 2023.
In the wake of a devastating loss from medical negligence, safeguard your family's rights by following these critical steps under Connecticut law.
Request all relevant medical records, treatment notes, and autopsy results to document the cause of death and potential negligence.
Inform immediate family members and avoid discarding any medical devices or documents that could serve as evidence.
If criminal negligence is suspected, contact local authorities or the Connecticut Department of Public Health for investigation.
Do not discuss the case with healthcare providers or insurers, as statements may affect your wrongful death claim.
Seek a free consultation to initiate a wrongful death claim within 2 years from the date of death, but no more than 5 years from the negligent act.
Our attorneys investigate all types of medical negligence that lead to fatalities, including:
Failing to diagnose conditions like cancer, heart attacks, or strokes in time, leading to preventable deaths.
Mistakes during surgery, such as operating on the wrong site or leaving instruments inside the patient.
Prescribing incorrect medications, dosages, or failing to account for allergies and interactions.
Errors in administering anesthesia, resulting in complications like brain damage or death.
Our Torrington wrongful death attorneys fight for full compensation, including:
Includes medical bills before death, funeral expenses, lost income, and future earnings of the deceased.
Covers pain and suffering of the deceased, emotional distress, and loss of companionship for family members.
Compensation for the deprivation of love, support, and services from the deceased to surviving relatives.
Awarded in cases of gross negligence or recklessness, potentially including double or triple damages under Connecticut law.
The Nicholas Law Firm offers specialized representation for medical malpractice wrongful death claims in Northwest Connecticut, leveraging expertise to assist families in Torrington and nearby regions in achieving justice.
Our lawyers have obtained significant settlements in wrongful death cases throughout Northwest Connecticut.
We ensure timely filings and maximum recovery for damages.
Partnering with medical experts to uncover negligence in diagnosis, treatment, or care.
No upfront fees; we only collect if we secure compensation for your family.
In Connecticut, families can recover both economic and non-economic damages in wrongful death claims caused by medical malpractice, with a 2-year limit from death and a 5-year repose from the act.
The executor or administrator of the deceased's estate files; a court can appoint if no will exists.
2 years from the date of death, but no more than 5 years from the negligent act.
Yes, if recklessness or gross negligence is proven, courts may award additional punitive damages.
Awarded to the estate and distributed to heirs per the will or Connecticut's intestate succession laws.
We offer detailed legal support to guide wrongful death claims from medical malpractice under Connecticut law, helping families obtain deserved compensation.
Examine medical records, autopsy reports, and witness accounts to identify negligence and establish liability.
Consult medical professionals and experts to analyze errors in diagnosis, surgery, or treatment.
File the wrongful death lawsuit for the estate, ensuring adherence to law requirements.
Negotiate settlements with providers or insurers, or litigate to maximize compensation, including punitive damages if applicable.
Offer guidance through the process, allowing families to grieve while we manage legal matters.
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Proven Success in Securing Compensation
$1,333,672
Closed head injury with concussion and traumatic brain injury, improved with treatment over time; no surgery required.
$1,295,000
Motor vehicle accident resulting in a wrongful death claim, with compensation obtained for the estate and surviving family.
$1,100,000
Injured as a passenger in a motor vehicle accident, sustained multiple fractures requiring surgery, and made a strong recovery.
$1,000,000
Low back injury with multiple surgeries, additional knee surgeries, and early retirement due to ongoing disability.
$900,000
Client’s workplace head trauma caused permanent damage, with settlement addressing long-term care needs.
$850,000
Passenger in a head-on collision, sustained fractures requiring surgeries and made a good recovery
$850,000
Decedent was passenger in motor vehicle that was struck by hit and run Defendant driver who fled the scene.
$840,000
Passengers injured by a DUI driver; bars notified. One required triple-level cervical fusion, the other sustained significant scarring.
$750,000
Motorcycle passenger accident resulting in wrongful death; policy limits fully recovered.
$688,000
Rear-end work truck accident causing neck and lower back injuries requiring lumbar fusion.
$680,000
Low back injury with multiple surgeries; received Social Security benefits before ultimately returning to work.
$629,569
Fully contested case involving a back injury from an accident; required surgeries, went to a formal hearing where we prevailed, and the client made a good recovery.
$610,000
Head injury with concussion, inner ear damage, memory issues, chest pain, lower back spasms, and multiple injuries to hip, knee, and broken ankle.
$593,000
Work-related knee injury requiring total knee arthroscopy, followed by infection and multiple corrective surgeries.
$575,000
Severe injuries to head, vision, back, shoulder, hip, and leg, causing constant pain and lasting daily limitations.
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