Philadelphia Wrongful Death Attorneys

Protecting Your Rights after a Tragic Loss

Any unnecessary death is tragic. Overwhelmed with grief and anger, exhausted from events surrounding the accident or assault, and worried about how to proceed without the financial support and companionship of your loved one, you may feel helpless. No matter what you do, you can never bring your loved one back. But you can take steps to hold the wrongful party accountable and ensure that the loss of your loved one does not leave you with unnecessary financial burdens.

At Metzger & Kleiner, we have focused our practice on the needs of personal injury victims for more than 40 years, representing individuals and families throughout the Philadelphia metro area and the Lehigh Valley. Because of our experience, we understand the emotional devastation you can feel after the needless death of a loved one. We will take the time to listen carefully to your questions and concerns, and to help you evaluate your options so that you can take the necessary measures to secure your future.

Contact our office online or call us at 215-567-6616 in Philadelphia, or 610-435-7400 in the Lehigh Valley to arrange a private meeting. Your first consultation is without cost or obligation.

Our Wrongful Death Practice

We have recovered large settlements and verdicts for clients in numerous cases, including:

• A bus made an improper turn and ran over a pedestrian. The victim lived in a coma for seven months before dying, an agonizing time for the family.
• The driver of a security truck hit and killed a pedestrian.
• A disabled child, improperly supervised by a daycare facility, left the premises and drowned.
• A young man was shot to death while patronizing a fast food restaurant.
• A child went through an unlatched gate and drowned in a swimming pool.

Depending on the circumstances of a fatal accident or assault, several insurance policies may be responsible for compensation. Our lawyers will handle wrongful death claims involving deaths arising from fatal injuries suffered in a wide variety of situations, including:

• Motor vehicle accidents
• Water-related accidents
• Exposure to or malfunction of dangerous or defective products
• Nursing home neglect or abuse
• Dog bites or animal attacks
• Medical malpractice
• Birth injuries
• Construction accidents
• Assault
• Food poisoning

Our attorneys, all experienced trial lawyers supported by our staff and expert witnesses, have successfully recovered large settlements and verdicts for many victims of serious injuries and wrongful death.

Contact Our Office

For a free initial, confidential consultation, contact us online or call our office at 215-567-6616 in Philadelphia, or 610-435-7400 in Allentown. Offsite appointments may be scheduled upon request.

Our Philadelphia wrongful death attorneys handle all wrongful death actions on a contingency basis. We won’t charge legal fees unless we recover compensation for your losses.