There are few things so devastating as losing someone you love in an accident. A wrongful death happens due to the recklessness of others and in a manner that was otherwise preventable. At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc., we offer the caring support surviving family members need in the aftermath. Our goal is to get you a sense of justice and the compensation you are entitled to in a wrongful death claim.  

With decades' of trusted experience in our community, our office is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help. Our Gilroy wrongful death attorneys have a proven track record of success, with top case results totaling millions of dollars. No amount of money can ease your sense of loss, but it can ensure you and your family are provided for in the years to come. Call 1-800-GO-HARRIS and request a free consultation today.  

Get Caring Support and Trusted Legal Guidance From Our Gilroy Wrongful Death Attorneys 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that accidents are the fifth leading cause of death in California. They fall just behind medical conditions such as heart disease or strokes and ahead of respiratory ailments, diabetes, and liver conditions. Many of these ‘accidents’ actually involve wrongful death, where other people's negligence is to blame.  

When your family faces this type of tragedy, Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc. provides the caring support and trusted legal guidance you need. Our Gilroy wrongful death attorneys help you hold those at fault accountable. Cases we handle include:  

• Car accidents; 
• Motorcycle accidents; 
• Truck accidents 
• Bicycle accidents; 
• Pedestrian accidents; 
• Accidents involving public transportation; 
• Slip and fall accidents; 
• Sports and recreational accidents; 
• Construction site accidents; 
• Accidents due to defective products; 
• Any accident or incident that results in the death of a loved one.  

What Are Common Causes of Wrongful Death In Gilroy?  

According to the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner's Office, of the close to 6,000 deaths that occur throughout our area each year, nearly half are attributed as accidents. In reality, these are more accurately classified as wrongful deaths. Common causes include:  

• Driver negligence, such as speeding, running red lights, improper passing, failing to yield, and driving while tired, distracted, or under the influence; 
• Property owner negligence, such as failing to maintain the property or post warning signs regarding dangers; 
• Negligence on the part of business owners, for failing to take proper safety precaution or to train and supervise employees sufficiently; 
• Product manufacturer negligence, such as failing to provide proper instructions, post warning labels, or pull dangerous items from shelves.  

While the at-fault party may not have intentionally harmed your loved one, they can still be held liable for their actions. At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, you can count on our Gilroy wrongful death attorneys to take whatever steps are needed to get justice for you and other surviving family members.  

How Do I File A Wrongful Death Claim In Gilroy?  

When a wrongful death in Gilroy happens, the person at fault may have insurance to help offset some of your financial losses. So while you focus on grieving your loved one's death, you can trust Harris Personal Injury Lawyers to aggressively negotiate with insurance representatives on your behalf. Our goal is to get you the maximum amount you are entitled to in a claim.  

If there is no insurance or if your claim gets denied, as is often the case, our team of seasoned litigators will not hesitate to sue those involved. The following are common types of monetary damages that you may be entitled to in a wrongful death lawsuit in Gilroy:  

• Economic damages, which cover actual costs, including medical bills, funeral costs, lost wages, and future losses in earnings and income; 
• Non-economic damages, compensating you for the pain, suffering, loss of companionship, and loss of enjoyment in life a wrongful death causes; 
• Exemplary or punitive damages, which punish the at-fault party and help prevent others from engaging in similar behavior.  

Under the California Civil Code, those entitled to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Gilroy include spouses, children, parents, grandparents, or other family members of the victim and representatives of their state. As experienced Gilroy wrongful death attorneys, we are committed to getting you a sense of justice and the money your loved one would have wanted you to have.  

To Request A Free Consultation, Call 1-800-GO-HARRIS Today 

When dealing with the devastation caused by a wrongful death, get Harris Personal Injury Lawyers on your side. We hold those at fault accountable and help you get the compensation your family needs to recover from this tragedy. As we typically work on a contingency basis, there are no upfront costs or out-of-pocket attorney fees. To request a free consultation, call 1-800-GO-HARRIS or contact our Gilroy wrongful death attorneys online today.