After the death of a family member unexpectedly, it can be very difficult to know how to move on in all parts of your life. While we cannot take away the pain that occurred, we can help you obtain the compensation owed to you so you can continue to maintain your financial obligations. Our West Sacramento wrongful death lawyer is available to discuss your case with you now.
At Triumph Law, P.C., we recognize the tragedy that comes from wrongful death, when the negligence of a person or a company leads to the loss of life. Let our experience and dedication to our clients guide you. Contact our legal team now for a free case review to learn how we can help you.
We provide free and confidential consultation. With help for clients in over 50 languages, we are committed to being there to support you. Take a look at how our West Sacramento personal injury lawyer handles wrongful death cases in California.
How to Know If You Have a Wrongful Death Case
The first step in this process is understanding if you have a wrongful death case, and that often comes down to determining what occurred and who suffered the loss. Wrongful death can occur when a person dies as a result of the negligence of another party. You may be owed compensation if you are a close family member dependent on that individual and some of the types of cases we can help with include:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Work-related accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
Our legal team will work to gather evidence to determine what occurred in your family member’s death. We will then work with you to understand your losses to help you to obtain the compensation owed to you. Finally, our legal team will pursue full compensation to the letter of the law to support your case.
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(916) 500-0000Determining Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in California
The state’s laws determine who can file a wrongful death claim based on a person’s next of kin. Those who are eligible to file a claim follow a next-in-line process, with eligible parties able to make a claim for losses if they are dependent on the individual’s income. Our goal is to help anyone in the family that may be owed this compensation.
- The decedent’s surviving spouse is the first person eligible to file a claim.
- Domestic partners, children, and the issue of the deceased children are next in line.
- In situations where there is no surviving issue, the intestate succession is followed, which outlines who is allowed to do so.
- If there is a putative spouse and children, stepchildren, parents, or legal guardians if dependent, they file next.
Because this process can be complex, it is always ideal to work with our legal team to help determine if you qualify to make a claim. The state limits who can claim compensation based on who suffered loss as a result of the death. Yet, there are numerous factors that play a role in this and our wrongful death lawyer in Sacramento is here to help you understand them.
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The Types of Damages You Can Recover in a Wrongful Death Claim in California
After the death of a family member, you may be unsure how you are going to meet your financial obligations, including paying for the mortgage or covering the cost of a funeral. Wrongful death compensation may help to cover some losses, depending on the financial losses incurred by the surviving family. Under California law, you may be able to file a claim for compensation for losses such as:
- Medical costs for their end-of-life expenses
- Costs related to funeral and final arrangements
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of furniture earnings
- Emotional distress and anguish caused by the death
- Potential loss of inheritance
Our West Sacramento wrongful death attorney will work very closely with you to determine the financial losses you and your family suffered after the death of your loved one. Did you depend on this person to contribute to the household? Did they provide moral support and guidance to you?
How Damage Amounts Vary by Case
Every wrongful death case is different, which is why you need an attorney by your side. An experienced attorney knows the types of damages present in your case and how much they might be worth. Damages vary based on the severity of the victim’s injuries prior to death, how much time they missed at work, and how much of an impact they had on the family’s life.
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What to Do If You Are Unsure If You Have a Case of Wrongful Death
It is not uncommon for family members to be unsure if wrongful death occurred. In this situation, we encourage you to reach out for a case review as a first step. There is no cost to you when you reach out to us for that information.
A wrongful death attorney in West Sacramento will answer your questions and gather information about what occurred. We can often provide you with insight into whether you have a case. We also can help you learn what your next legal options are to move this case forward.
We understand how difficult it is to lose a loved one, especially if their death was caused by the negligence of someone else. Talk to the compassionate wrongful death lawyers at Triumph Law, P.C., today. We offer free consultations for all of our clients.
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At Triumph Law, P.C., we provide exceptional legal service and support to our clients, starting with a free, confidential consultation to discuss your needs. We are transparent and honest. We do not take on cases if there is no real value to you in doing so.
If we do not win your case, you owe us nothing. That helps minimize your financial risk. It also gives you confidence that we can fight for your compensation rights.
Contact Triumph Law, P.C. now. Set up a free case evaluation with our West Sacramento wrongful death lawyers to discuss your case. Expect insight and support every step of the way.