The untimely death of a loved one is heartbreaking and leaves families and friends forever changed. The grief you experience in this situation is even harder to take when the negligence of others is to blame. At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc., we protect your rights, provide the caring support you need, and hold those at fault accountable in a wrongful death claim.  

With decades of combined experience on our side, our Carpinteria wrongful death attorneys provide trusted legal representation for grieving families. You can count on us to help you get a sense of justice and the compensation you need to recover from your loss, with top case results totaling millions of dollars. To find out more about filing a wrongful death claim, call 1-800-GO-HARRIS and request a free consultation today.  

When Tragedy Strikes, Reach Out To Our Carpinteria Wrongful Death Attorneys  

According to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), accidental injuries in Santa Barbara County claim the lives of more than 200 people each year. Common causes include:  

• Slip and fall accidents: These can happen in any public place and are the leading cause of wrongful death in Carpinteria.  
• Motor vehicle accidents: The second leading cause of fatal injuries, these can impact drivers, passengers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. 
• Transportation accidents: This includes fatal accidents involving buses, trains, planes, and Uber or Lyft. 
• Fires and burn injuries: Fires often happen due to wiring issues, kitchen mishaps, overcrowding, or other issues. Malfunctioning sprinkler systems and lack of fire alarms or clearly marked exits increase the risk of fatal injuries.
• Accidental drownings: These can happen at any age but are unfortunately common with children. Drowning accidents can often be attributed to recklessness on the part of others or a lack of safety precautions.  

Product defects, construction site accidents, and getting struck by or against objects are also common causes of fatal injuries. When facing this type of tragedy, reach out to Harris Personal Injury Lawyers for trusted legal guidance in filing a claim.  

Who Can File A Claim For Wrongful Death In Carpinteria?  

In the aftermath of a wrongful death in Carpinteria, you may be feeling as if the at-fault party 'got away with it.' Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc. helps you hold them accountable for their actions and the devastating losses you suffer.  

Under Section 377,60 of the California Civil Code, wrongful death happens due to negligence, which means acting in a way that puts others at risk or failing to take proper precautions to prevent injuries. People entitled to file a wrongful death claim include:  

• The spouse or domestic partner of the victim; 
• Their children, stepchildren, or legal wards; 
• Their parents or legal guardians;
• Their personal representative;
• Other family members entitled to inherit from their estate.  

Filing a wrongful death claim can provide a sense of justice and the compensation your family needs in moving forward. Our experienced Carpinteria wrongful death attorneys protect your rights and provide the caring support you need throughout the process.  

How Much Is My Carpinteria Wrongful Death Claim Worth?  

In some situations, the at-fault party in a loved one's death may have insurance policies that can help offset your losses. While you focus on your family, Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc. fights to get you the best possible settlement. However, the total amount available depends on policy limits. In many cases, the best course of action may be to file a wrongful death lawsuit through the Santa Barbara County civil court.  

Our experienced Carpinteria wrongful death attorneys provide the professional legal representation you need throughout the legal process. Our legal team gathers the necessary evidence, attends hearings on your behalf, and makes compelling legal arguments before the judge or jury. This can often provide additional amounts of compensation not otherwise available through insurers, including:  

• Economic damages, covering outstanding medical expenses, current and future lost wages, funeral costs, and other tangible losses; 
• Non-economic, compensating you for your pain, suffering, loss of companionship and enjoyment in life, and other intangible costs; 
• Exemplary or punitive damages, which we can push for in cases involving drunk driving or other types of gross negligence.  

Reach Out And Call 1-800-GO-HARRIS To Request A Free Consultation 

The death of a loved one is a devastating loss, and no amount of money can make up for what happened or ease your suffering. However, filing a wrongful death can provide a sense of justice and the compensation your family needs now and to move forward in the future.  

At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc, we protect your rights during this difficult time, providing the caring support and professional legal representation you need. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, call 1-800-GO-HARRIS or contact our Carpinteria wrongful attorneys online to request a free consultation today.