Wrongful Death Attorney

If you lost a loved one in a preventable accident that was caused by the negligent actions or inaction of another, you deserve compensation. At Avaness Law, our wrongful death attorneys understand the pain you’re going through due to your devastating loss. As you focus on healing, let our experienced wrongful death lawyers help you pursue the compensation and justice you and your family deserve.

What Are the Elements of Wrongful Death?

To be entitled to compensation in a wrongful death claim, you must prove these 4 elements:

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Duty of Care

The person who caused the death must have owed the deceased a duty of care. The duty of care will look different based on the type of accident. For example, if a driver was intoxicated and caused an accident that resulted in the death of your loved one, that driver failed to uphold their duty of care by consuming alcohol and getting behind the wheel.

Breach of Duty

The other party breached their duty of care. As mentioned above a driver that drives under the influence of alcohol chose to get behind the wheel and put everyone on the road at risk. This resulted in the accident and the death of your loved one.

Causation

The negligence of the other party played a direct role in the death of your loved one.

Damages

Your loved one’s death must have resulted in damages. Damages can include funeral and burial expenses, mental anguish, loss of financial support, and loss of emotional support.

How Can a Wrongful Death Attorney Help Me with My Claim?

After you have lost a loved one in an accident that was caused by the negligence of another, a wrongful death lawyer at Avaness Law can investigate the accident and gather evidence that can help you recover compensation for your devastating loss. While no amount of compensation can make up for the pain of losing a loved one, it can help ease the financial burdens you may be struggling with during this challenging time.

Other ways a wrongful death lawyer on our legal team can help include:

Investigating the accident
Gathering evidence
Interviewing witnesses
Filing paperwork
Consulting with experts
Calculating damages
Handling all communication with the insurance company
Negotiating with the insurance company
Filing a lawsuit, if necessary
Representing you in court

While you focus on healing and moving forward with your life, your wrongful death lawyer will work tirelessly to help you obtain the justice and compensation you deserve.

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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?

The following individuals can file a wrongful death claim in California:

The surviving spouse
Domestic partner
Children
Grandchildren if the children are deceased
The parents of the deceased
A minor who lived in the deceased party’s home who received a minimum of half of their financial support from the decedent and who resided with the deceased for the last 180 days

A wrongful death lawyer on our legal team can meet with you to explain California law in regards to pursuing compensation for wrongful death and determine if you’re eligible to file a lawsuit.

What are the Most Common Causes of Wrongful Death?

The most common causes of wrongful death include:

Motor vehicle collisions
Motorcycle accidents
Truck accidents
Bicycle accidents
Pedestrian accidents

Workplace accidents
Medical malpractice
Recreational activities
Defective products
Premises liability

How Much Compensation Can I Recover from a Wrongful Death Claim?

Every claim is unique. In California, you can pursue compensation for the following:

Economic damages may include:

Financial support the decedent would have provided during the claimant’s life or the decedent’s lifespan, whichever is shorter
The equivalent monetary value of chores the decedent would have performed
Value of benefits or gifts the claimant likely would have received
Funeral and burial expenses

Non-economic damages can include:

Loss of training and guidance
Loss of the loved one’s affection, care, company, emotional support, protection, help, and sexual relations

What is the Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death?

In California, you will have two years from the date of the death to file a lawsuit.

However, there are some exceptions.

The Plaintiff is a Minor

If the plaintiff is a minor pursuing compensation for the death of their parent or parents, they will have until their 20th birthday to file a lawsuit.

Discovery Rule

If the cause of death is not immediately known, the statute of limitations will begin when the plaintiff learns the cause of death.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice cases have a one-year limit.

How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Wrongful Death Lawyer?

At Avaness Law, our wrongful death lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. With this type of payment arrangement, you will pay no upfront fees and you will owe nothing if your case is not successful. If you do win your case, your attorney will subtract a small percentage of your settlement or award to cover the cost of legal services.

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If you lost a loved one in an accident that was caused by the negligence of another, you may be entitled to compensation. At Avaness Law, our compassionate and dedicated legal team can help you during this challenging time, guiding you every step of the way. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced wrongful death lawyer on our legal team to learn more.

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