How does a homicide vary from a wrongful death?
 
Though they are handled differently by the legal systems, homicide and wrongful death both result in the loss of life. Homicide is a crime that the state prosecutes with the intention of punishing the perpetrator with jail time or other sanctions. In contrast, wrongful death is a legal lawsuit filed by the estate of the deceased to recover damages. The civil side of these matters is handled by an Albany, New York wrongful death attorney.
 
Families may file a civil claim for wrongful death even if the offender is charged with homicide. Crucially, families may still receive compensation even in circumstances where there is no conviction because civil trials have a lower bar of proof than criminal cases.
 
Families frequently seek justice at Sullivan Brill Personal Injury Attorneys, either in conjunction with or following criminal procedures. The goal of a wrongful death attorney in Albany, New York, is to recover damages including lost support, burial expenses, and lost friendship. Our lawyers fight for accountability in civil court and make sure families know their rights in both systems, regardless of the criminal proceedings' outcome.
 
What kinds of situations in Albany, New York, are considered wrongful deaths?
 
A wrongful death attorney in Albany, New York, handles cases in which the intentional or negligent actions of another person resulted in the death of the victim. Some common instances include medical misconduct that results in avoidable deaths, dangerous working conditions, defective products that fail to safeguard consumers, and tragic vehicle or truck accidents caused by careless drivers. Claims for wrongful death can also result from premises liability situations, like deadly slip-and-fall incidents or infractions of building safety regulations. 
 
We at Sullivan Brill Personal Injury Attorneys look into whether a loved one's death was caused by or partly caused by negligence. Our lawyers look at accident reports, medical records, and expert testimony to prove culpability. In addition to criminal processes, families may seek civil compensation in cases involving criminal offenses like assault or drunk driving.

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