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Wrongful Death Settlements vs. Trials: Pros and Cons of Each Legal Avenue

April 8, 2024
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When a loved one has been fatally wounded in California by a negligent medical provider or other party, you may have the right to file a wrongful death claim against them. A wrongful death claim can provide you and your family with compensation for the losses you experience due to your loved one’s passing. However,...

Can You Sue a Doctor for Wrongful Death Caused by Medical Negligence?

March 11, 2024
A doctor filling out paperwork with a stethoscope and gavel in the forefront of the image.
Although doctors, surgeons, and others in the medical field aim for positive results in all cases, the human body is unique and complex. A procedure or course of treatment that works for one patient may not have the same effect on another patient with the same condition. When a treatment does not have the desired...

Is Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Worth It?

October 23, 2023
A gavel in an attorney's office to symbolize justice for his clients.
The death of any close friend or family member can be tremendously difficult to deal with, and realizing that death was due to another person’s negligence and thus could have been prevented can make the pain unbearable. Even in mourning, however, it’s important for loved ones of the deceased to know that they have rights,...

5 Common Wrongful Death Cases in California

January 10, 2022
Ambulance responding to a negligent car accident that caused a wrongful death
Wrongful death transpires when a person dies due to negligence or misconduct of another party. With that in mind, thousands of wrongful death claims are filed each year in California. Generally, wrongful death can occur in just about any situation. However, the most common types of wrongful death cases in California include:  Car Accidents or...

What are the Four Liabilities Where Someone Can Be Held Accountable for Wrongful Death?

December 6, 2021
What are the Four Liabilities Where Someone Can Be Held Accountable for Wrongful Death?
What is a Wrongful Death?  A wrongful death occurs when one party’s actions, misconduct, or neglect cause another person’s death. Common examples of wrongful death include, but are not limited to:  Medical malpractice Car accidents Intentional murder Defective products  Generally, a party can file a wrongful death claim against another in circumstances where the victim...

Can You Sue a Driver of a Self-Driving Car for Wrongful Death?

November 8, 2021,
Man texting and driving while driving an autonomous vehicle. He gets into a car accident and kills someone. They hire a wrongful death lawyer.
Contrary to popular belief, self-driving or autonomous cars have a higher accident rate than vehicles driven by humans. Though the injuries caused by autonomous vehicles are typically less severe, they still sometimes lead to fatal results.  With that in mind, if your loved one has been injured or killed in an accident involving an autonomous...

What Qualifications Are Necessary For A Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

July 4, 2021
wrongful death form to fill out a claim for a wrongful death attorney
Often, people die from accidents or intentional acts of others. If a person dies because of the negligence or misconduct of another person, the next of kin may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the responsible party. A wrongful death claim seeks compensation for the survivor because of the loss of their...

Can a Stroke Misdiagnosis be Medical Malpractice?

February 15, 2021
medical malpractice
Patients depend on medical professionals to diagnose and treat medical conditions. One of the most devastating medical conditions can be a stroke. Under most circumstances, strokes present with hallmark signs and symptoms which makes their diagnosis relatively routine, but sometimes, even the most qualified or experienced medical professionals can fail to diagnose strokes that present...

How Covid-19 Can Lead To Wrongful Death

September 21, 2020, ,
wrongful death
Covid-19 is the technical name for the global pandemic that we are all facing right now. If you believe that your loved one acquired Covid-19 and died because of a healthcare provider’s negligence and carelessness, you may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim. During the pandemic, the most vulnerable population has been the...

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

April 14, 2020
Who's allowed to file a wrongful death lawsuit
If you have experienced the wrongful death of a loved one, it is a trying and emotional experience. You may also be facing financial difficulties due to the death. Those who have been most greatly impacted by a loved one’s wrongful death can pursue a claim against the responsible party in California. If another person’s...
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