Losing a family member is never an easy experience. When that loss occurs as the result of another individual’s negligence, recklessness, or even intentional wrongdoing, this can make the experience and grief even more extreme. If you have lost a loved one due to any of these reasons, you are likely, and understandably, feeling anger and want to hold the responsible party accountable for their actions. A Chula Vista wrongful death lawyer can help.
In many cases of wrongful death, the family members of the deceased individual can be left with not only grief and anger but the financial hardships caused by damages such as funeral and burial costs, medical bills, lost wages, and the loss of the company of the person who has passed. Although no amount of money can bring your loved one back, obtaining the financial compensation and justice you deserve can relieve the financial stress you may be experiencing.
When seeking to recover damages following the death of a loved one, it is important to understand what is considered a wrongful death in the state of California. A wrongful death claim can arise when a human being dies as the direct result of another person’s wrongful action, negligence, or recklessness. One example might be an individual passing as a direct result of the intoxicated individual's negligent driving.
In these cases, and many more, the family of the deceased victim can seek financial compensation to support the loss they have suffered due to a wrongful death. The most common causes of a wrongful death claim include the following:
If you have lost a loved one in any of these kinds of wrongful death cases, the Chula Vista Wrongful Death Lawyer at Mitchell Law Corporation can assist you during this difficult time. We can help you navigate the complicated claims process to ensure you receive the compensation and justice you deserve following the death of your loved one.
The sudden loss of a family member or other loved one can impact almost every aspect of your life. Beyond the immeasurable grief or anger you might be feeling, this death can leave you with overwhelming financial stress and anxiety, especially if, prior to their death, your loved one was incurring multiple forms of medical debt related to the harm they suffered. At Mitchell Law Corporation, our team of dedicated attorneys has experience assisting clients in these matters.
At Mitchell Law Corporation, we have the knowledge and resources necessary to aid clients in gathering and reviewing evidence, filing legal claims for wrongful death, and negotiating with the at-fault party, their legal team, and their insurance provider. We can even represent you and your interests in a courtroom should a settlement not be reached through negotiation. You can rest assured that with our team of skilled lawyers on your side, your case can be handled with the compassion you deserve.
These damages can include:
A: In a California wrongful death settlement, the surviving family members of the deceased person, such as their spouse, children, domestic partner, grandchildren, or any other dependents to whom the deceased individual provided financial support, can file a claim to receive compensation. It is wise for these individuals to seek this settlement with the assistance of an attorney.
A: Yes, you may be able to obtain damages for pain and suffering in a wrongful death claim in California if you and your Chula Vista Wrongful Death attorney can prove that the deceased individual experienced this pain and suffering due to their injuries between the time the injuries occurred and the time of their passing.
A: In a wrongful death claim in California, there are four main elements that must be proven in order to receive compensation for the damages suffered by both the deceased party and their loved ones or family members. These elements include that the party liable for the death owed the victim a duty of care, this duty was breached, this breach of duty directly resulted in the injuries and subsequent death of the victim, and damages were then suffered.
A: In Chula Vista and other areas of California, for any personal injury cases or wrongful death claims, there is a statute of limitations of two years. This means that the claim must be filed within two years of the injury, death, or time the injury was discovered. If this timeline is missed, the courts will most likely not allow you to pursue a wrongful death settlement.
If you have lost a loved one in an accident that was caused by the negligence, recklessness, or wrongful actions of another individual or entity, you may have grounds on which to file a wrongful death claim against these parties. The attorneys at Mitchell Law Corporation are here to support you through this process and offer legal guidance. Contact our offices today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can help you.
