Nothing hurts more than losing a loved one to a needless tragedy caused by someone else’s negligence. A wrongful death lawsuit can’t bring the person you love back, but it can help to bring some closure, accountability, and consequence to the negligent party. It will also help to get compensation for the remaining immediate family members so that they are not struggling now that they have lost their loved one.
Wrongful death cases involve complex legal issues and profound emotional impact—but a Calabasas wrongful death lawyer can guide you through the process and fight for the justice your family deserves.
A wrongful death action arises when a person is killed as the result of negligence, product liability, or malice on the part of another person. Negligence might occur in a situation like an automobile or airplane accident, or an accident at a workplace. The manufacturer of dangerous products might be strictly liable for deaths caused by faulty or unreasonably dangerous products, such as an unsafe automobile or drugs with dangerous side effects. Intentional violence that causes death can also be covered by a wrongful death lawsuit. In that situation the person or persons responsible may also be prosecuted under criminal law. Close family members and sometimes other dependents can sue to recover damages that result from a wrongful death.
Each state imposes a statute of limitations—a legal deadline—for filing personal injury lawsuits, including wrongful death claims. In California, you must file your claim within two years of your loved one’s death—not the date of injury, if different. Missing this deadline may forfeit your right to seek compensation.
In Calabasas, the law follows a clear order of priority to determine who may file a wrongful death claim, and an attorney can determine if you are eligible. The right first goes to the surviving spouse and children, then to the surviving parents, and finally to the other heirs or dependents as defined by California’s intestacy laws. This structure ensures that those most directly affected have the first opportunity to pursue justice and seek compensation.
Families often worry that pursuing legal action after a loved one’s death will deepen their emotional distress. Some may not immediately recognize how profoundly a wrongful death can affect their lives. That is why contacting a wrongful death attorney in Calabasas early on is a wise and compassionate step. Our attorney at Swift Justice, Inc. understands the sensitivity of these cases and works diligently to resolve them as quickly and tactfully as possible.
A wrongful death claim can help your family recover expenses directly tied to the loss, including:
These financial and emotional burdens often compound the grief families already face. Because every case is unique, we assess your specific circumstances to determine what compensation each family member may seek based on their relationship to the victim.
To begin your claim, you must prove that the at-fault party’s negligence caused your loved one’s death. You will also need to establish the direct cause of the fatal accident.
In addition, you must demonstrate the full scope of your financial and emotional damages, which can be substantial. Proving these elements is legally complex, but working with our trusted wrongful death attorney in Calabasas provides the support and strategy you need to pursue justice and secure meaningful compensation.
Our firm brings the resources and legal knowledge needed to move your wrongful death case forward efficiently and effectively. Although no amount of money can replace your loved one, you should not have to bear financial losses caused by someone else’s negligence. Call today to speak with a Calabasas wrongful death lawyer and begin pursuing the justice and compensation your family deserves.
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