Wrongful Death


Somerset County NJ Wrongful Death Lawyer

Personal Injury Lawyer in Somerville, New Jersey


Wrongful Death
At The Law Office of Brian J. Levine, we understand that losing a love one is both heart-wrenching and life-changing. While we realize that  no amount of compensation will ever replace your loved one, it may help you to move through this difficult time by providing financial stability for you and your family. It can also furnish you with some peace that those responsible for contributing to your loved one’s death are held accountable. Our firm realizes that every case is different, and we are committed to working with you to help you achieve the maximum compensation for your financial and emotional losses.

Attorney Brian J. Levine has been a passionate advocate for personal injury victims of medical negligence and the families of those who have suffered wrongful death in New Jersey for over 3 decades. As a highly recognized legal professional, he is among the fewer than 3% of lawyers in the state who are certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as Civil Trial Attorneys. Mr. Levine leverages his broad and deep knowledge of the law, as well as his extensive trial experience, to achieve millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for his clients. For instance, in April of 2008, Mr. Levine obtained a jury verdict of $4.2 million in Essex County, for the wrongful death of his client, which resulted from the negligent handling of a 911 call. With this landmark case, Mr. Levine established the law protecting victims of 911 operator negligence for the entire State of New Jersey.

To learn more about how our firm can help you recover compensation for the wrongful death of a loved one, contact The Law Offices of Brian Levine in Somerset County, New Jersey at 908-243-0111. Mr. Levine will be happy to answer all of your questions and initial consultations are always provided free of charge. 

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Over the course of his distinguished career, Attorney Brian J. Levine has successfully recovered tens of millions of dollars in damages for personal injury and wrongful death clients. He could not have achieved such successful results without the knowledge, experience, and dedication that he brings to each and every case. Mr. Levine has assisted clients who have lost family members due to negligent drivers, doctors, hospitals and medical facilities, property owners, businesses, individuals, and other organizations. These wrongful death cases may have arisen from:

Motor vehicle accidents

  • Car Accidents
  • Trucks accidents
  • Motorcycle accidents
  • Recreational vehicle accidents
  • Bicycle accidents
  • Pedestrian accidents


Workplace accidents

  • Construction Site Accidents


Premises Liability

  • Dog Attacks
  • Swimming pool accidents
  • Slip and falls


Medical malpractice

  • Emergency Room Errors
  • Surgical Errors
  • Failure to Dignose or Treat


Product liability: involving dangerous or defective products that lead to death

Understanding NJ Wrongful Death Law

Wrongful death is defined as the loss of a person’s life due to a willful or negligent act by another party. The “wrongful” act may have been committed by an individual, such as a reckless driver or an organization, such as an employer, business, pharmaceutical company, or government entity. A wrongful death claim is made by the surviving family or loved ones of the deceased, who have lost the financial and emotional support of the victim. These claims can be made by the victim’s spouse, children, parents, grandchildren, brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews, or grandparents. The circumstances of each case will determine the appropriate party to file the claim, but typically, wrongful death actions are brought by those most affected financially and personally by the loss (i.e. the spouse or children).
In New Jersey, the statute of limitations for a wrongful death claim is two years from the date of the incident. This means that if you fail to meet this deadline, it is highly unlikely that you will ever have the opportunity to seek justice for the loss of your loved one. With this in mind, it is critical to speak with an experienced New Jersey wrongful death attorney as soon as possible.

Contact a Hunterdon County NJ Wrongful Death Lawyer for Answers

If your loved one lost his or her life as a result of someone else’s negligent or careless actions, you have legal options. Contact The Law Office of
Brian J. Levine
today at 908-243-0111 to schedule a free and confidential consultation regarding your potential wrongful death claim.