Nothing replaces a person. A wrongful death claim cannot undo the loss, but it can hold the responsible party accountable and help a family face the financial fallout. We handle the legal work with care while you grieve.
Common causes
- Fatal car, truck and motorcycle crashes
- Pedestrian and bicycle collisions
- Unsafe premises and defective products
- Neglect in care facilities
What you may be able to recover
Every case is different, and no outcome is guaranteed. Compensation in an injury claim can include:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Loss of financial support and household services
- Loss of love, companionship and guidance
- Medical expenses before death
California law to know
- California limits who can bring a wrongful death claim, generally spouses, domestic partners, children and certain other heirs (Code of Civil Procedure section 377.60). Ask who qualifies in your family.
- The deadline is generally two years from the date of death (Code of Civil Procedure section 335.1).
- A separate survival claim may exist for the pain and losses the person suffered before death.
What to do now
- Take the time you need. There is no rush to decide today.
- Keep the police report, medical records and bills.
- Do not sign anything from an insurance company without advice.
- Call us when you are ready. The first conversation is free.
Frequently asked questions
Who can file?
Eligible family members and certain others under California law. We can walk through who qualifies in your situation.
Serving the Central Valley
The office is in North Fresno, and the firm helps injured people throughout the Valley.
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This page is general information, not legal advice. Laws change and every case is different. Attorney advertising.