Cherry Hill Man, Hurt in Westmont Bar Dispute, Dies
According to an article in the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Camden County Prosecutor’s Homicide Unit is investigating the death of a Cherry Hill man who suffered a fatal head injury when he was pushed and fell at a popular tavern in Westmont, NJ.
The 65-year-old man died December 12 three days after he was hurt.
The article reported that a 27-year-old Haddonfield man pushed the man on Wednesday, December 9 at P.J. Whelihan’s on Haddon Avenue. It was not disclosed why the 27-year-old allegedly pushed the other man.
The 65-year-old man’s death was ruled a homicide yesterday and the individual who pushed him faces possible homicide charges.
The decedent was married and had two sons and two grandchildren.
This decedent’s family would be well advised to contact a wrongful death attorney. The 27-year-old man could be held both criminally and civilly responsible for his death.
When needless death occurs due to negligence of another party, wrongful death lawsuits can be filed. In these lawsuits, the decedent’s heirs sue the negligent party or parties for damages related to the loss of life and their own pain and suffering. It is recommended that families who think their family member’s death was wrongful first contact a wrongful death attorney for a case assessment. If the case is valid, the attorney can help investigate the claim, gather evidence, represent them in court, and collect the compensation they deserve.
The attorneys at Cherry Fieger Marciano understand the devastating impact a Pennsylvania wrongful death can have on a family. They can help you find justice and compensation for your loved one’s death. Your case consultation with one of the Philadelphia, PA wrongful death attorneys is free of charge and completely confidential.
Source article: http://www.philly.com/philly/news/20091214_Cherry_Hill_man__hurt_in_Westmont_bar_dispute__dies.html
