Buena Park Wrongful Death Attorneys

No monetary award can compensate you for the loss of a loved one, and a favorable settlement or verdict will not bring your family member back. Nonetheless, if you have incurred substantial costs or lost income as a result of the accident that took your loved one’s life, monetary damages can help you get back on your feet financially so you can properly grieve. Our compassionate Buena Park wrongful death attorneys can help you explore all possible avenues to recover compensation in the wake of a devastating loss. We will not settle a case for an amount that is less than you deserve, and if needed, we will passionate present your case to a judge or jury. To schedule a free case evaluation, give us a call at 1-800-GO-HARRIS today.

Types of Claims our Buena Park Wrongful Death Attorneys Handle

• Car, truck, bicycle, and motorcycle accidents
• Accidents involving rideshare vehicles
• Turo accidents
• Scooter accidents
• Boating accidents
• Train accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Aircraft accidents
• Bus accidents
• Premises liability cases resulting in wrongful death
• Other types of wrongful death cases

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?

Generally, the personal representative of the deceased’s estate can bring a wrongful death claim. Various parties who stand to inherit under the deceased’s will may also bring a claim. For instance, under California law, the deceased’s surviving spouse would have a right to file a wrongful death action. If the deceased was not married, then his or her children could bring the claim, then stepchildren, minors who lived with him or her for at least half a year, and the deceased’s parents, siblings and their children, grandparents, and next of kin.

What Damages Are Available in a California Wrongful Death Case?

Your compensation in a wrongful death case will vary based on the unique circumstances. Generally, however, you may be able to recover compensatory damages and exemplary damages. Compensatory Damages: Compensatory damages cover both economic and non-economic losses. An example of an economic loss is lost income, property damage, and medical expenses, while a non-economic injury would involve emotional trauma, distress, and pain and suffering. Exemplary Damages: On the other hand, exemplary damages, often referred to as “punitive damages,” are applied in a few unique circumstances in which the other party’s conduct was extremely negligent or egregious. An exemplary damages award tends to be discretionary and is not available in every case.

Award-Winning Personal Injury Lawyers

At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, we have a track record of compassionately representing the family members of wrongful death victims. If you meet with us, we will ask you a series of questions to determine whether you have grounds to bring a wrongful death claim and if so, how to proceed. Some of these questions might include:

• How did your loved one die?
• How did the accident or incident unfold?
• Did your loved one receive any medical treatment between the incident and his or her death?
• Have you gathered any evidence to support your claim? If so, what?
• Have you spoken with the opposing party or his insurance company? What was the extent of your communications?
• Have you saved or recorded any of your conversations with the other parties or with eyewitnesses?

We understand that a loved one’s sudden death is beyond devastating. Our compassionate attorneys are here to take over the logistics of your case so that you can focus on properly honoring your loved one’s memory. To schedule a free case consultation with us, we welcome to you to send us a message online or to call our 24-hour phone line at 1-800-GO-HARRIS.