Wrongful Death Attorney in Fall River, MA

Bristol County Families Have a Local Team Fighting for Them Since 1987

Losing a family member because of someone else’s negligence is devastating. At Percy Law Group, PC, our attorneys have been fighting for Massachusetts families since 1987, and our Fall River, MA office gives Bristol County families direct access to that Massachusetts personal injury experience without the burden of travel. We handle wrongful death claims in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and we offer free consultations with no obligation to hire us.

With over 400 five-star Google reviews and more than 38 years of Massachusetts personal injury experience, our multi-attorney team is ready to stand with your family from the first call through final resolution. We’re reachable by phone, email, or text, and we keep you informed at every stage.

If you’ve lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, don’t wait to get answers. Call our Fall River office today at (508) 206-9900 for a free consultation with no obligation.

What Massachusetts Law Says About Wrongful Death

Under Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 229 § 2, a wrongful death is one caused by negligence, a willful, wanton, or reckless act, or a breach of warranty. The claim isn’t filed directly by family members. Instead, the executor or administrator serving as personal representative of the deceased’s estate files on behalf of the surviving heirs, with any recovery distributed according to the priority order established under Massachusetts wrongful death law. Eligible heirs typically include a surviving spouse, children, and parents.

A wrongful death civil claim is entirely separate from any criminal case, and a guilty verdict isn’t required because civil courts apply a lower standard of proof. In some circumstances, both a wrongful death claim for the surviving family and a survival action covering the deceased’s conscious pain and suffering before death can be pursued simultaneously to maximize the total recovery available.

Wrongful Death Cases We Handle in Fall River & Bristol County

Fatal crashes on I-195 and Route 24 are among the most common sources of wrongful death claims in the Fall River area, but negligence takes many forms. Our attorneys represent families across a wide range of circumstances.

Case types we handle include:

• Auto, truck, and motorcycle accidents
• Pedestrian and public transportation accidents
• Drunk driving collisions
• Slip-and-fall and dangerous property conditions
• Construction accidents and OSHA violations
• Defective products and toxic exposure, including food poisoning
• Medical malpractice and nursing home neglect
• Workplace accidents involving third-party liability

We consult recognized experts across multiple fields to expose the negligence at the root of each case, whether that means uncovering a deadly product defect, documenting dangerous drug interactions, or establishing criminal drunk driving conduct. Our team pursues all available assets, including real estate, bank accounts, and motor vehicles, and we pursue insurance companies aggressively on our clients’ behalf.

Compensation Available in a Massachusetts Wrongful Death Claim

Massachusetts wrongful death law allows recovery of both economic and non-economic damages. We work to pursue the full range of what the law permits for your family.

Recoverable damages can include:

• Pain and suffering of your loved one prior to death
• Medical expenses related to the fatal injury or illness
• Lost earnings and future financial support the deceased would have provided
• Loss of companionship, guidance, and parental care
• Burial and funeral expenses
• Out-of-pocket expenses incurred by the family

How much a family may recover depends on factors including the age and health of the deceased, life expectancy, whether surviving family members were financially dependent on the decedent, insurance coverage available, and who the eligible heirs are. When the defendant’s conduct was malicious, willful, wanton, or reckless, punitive damages may also be available under ch. 229 § 2. Calculating a claim’s full value requires input from economists, vocational experts, and the family members who can document what the loss has meant day to day.

Why Fall River Families Choose Percy Law Group, PC

Our Fall River, MA office means Bristol County families meet with us directly rather than driving to a distant city. Cases are handled by a full team of attorneys working together, not passed off to a single overloaded associate. That collaborative model matters in wrongful death cases, which require thorough investigation, early evidence preservation, and access to qualified expert witnesses on a tight timeline.

Our firm has secured settlements of $1,000,000, $500,000, and $400,000 for clients, though past results don’t guarantee any particular outcome in your case. We hold the Avvo Clients’ Choice Award 2024, 10 Best Law Firm Client Satisfaction 2025, and a 2023 America’s Most Honored Lawyers recognition, along with a Martindale-Hubbell rating, BBB Accreditation, and membership in the Bristol County Bar Association. Our bilingual support in Spanish and Portuguese reflects the community we serve here in Fall River, Massachusetts.

Act Quickly to Protect Your Family’s Claim

Massachusetts wrongful death claims must generally be filed within three years of the date of death under Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 229 § 2. Missing that deadline can permanently bar your family from any recovery. When a government entity such as a municipality or state agency may be responsible, a separate presentment requirement applies on a shorter timeline, and failure to meet it can forfeit the claim entirely, even if the three-year window hasn’t closed.

Evidence deteriorates fast. Surveillance footage gets overwritten, witnesses’ memories fade, and accident scenes change. Our attorneys begin investigating immediately, reviewing police records, preserving available evidence, and consulting experts before key information is lost. Massachusetts also applies modified comparative negligence, meaning recovery is reduced proportionally if the deceased bore some share of fault and is barred entirely if that share exceeded 50 percent. Understanding how fault is allocated early can shape the entire direction of your case.

Talk to a Wrongful Death Attorney in Fall River at No Cost

Your family shouldn’t have to face the legal process alone while grieving. Percy Law Group, PC offers free consultations for wrongful death cases with no obligation and no fee unless we recover for you. We’re available by phone, email, or text, and we follow up promptly. Spanish and Portuguese language support is available from the first call.

Contact our Fall River office today at (508) 206-9900 to speak with a wrongful death attorney in Fall River, MA and find out how we can help your family pursue the justice and compensation available under the law.