Personal Injury Attorney in South Pasadena, CA
No case is heavier. When negligence takes someone you love, I handle the legal side with care and resolve so your family can grieve.
A wrongful death claim can't undo your loss, but it can hold the responsible party accountable and provide for the family left behind. It can recover funeral and burial costs, the income and benefits your loved one would have provided, and the immeasurable loss of their companionship, guidance, and support.
I take on the investigation, the paperwork, and the negotiation so your family isn't forced to relive the details at every turn, and I keep the process as discreet and respectful as I can.
California law limits who may bring a wrongful death claim, generally to those closest to the person who died, including:
A wrongful death claim can follow almost any fatal act of negligence: a car or truck crash, a dangerous property condition, a defective product, or a preventable medical or workplace incident. I investigate thoroughly to identify everyone who bears responsibility and every source of recovery.
A wrongful death lawsuit in California generally must be filed within two years of the death, with a shorter six-month deadline when a government entity is involved. Acting within the deadline is essential, and starting early also helps preserve the evidence your case depends on.