Wrongful DeathCertain close family members may be entitled to make a civil claim for wrongful death when a loved one is killed by the intentional, negligent actions of another. In order to recover money damages for wrongful death you must be able to prove that the negligent or intentional conduct of the defendant caused the death of the loved one. Wrongful death lawsuits often involve motor vehicle accidents, defective products, medical malpractice and work place injuries. In California the law is very specific about which family members are eligible to file a lawsuit for wrongful death damages. The spouse, children or parents of the decedent are typically the plaintiffs in a wrongful death lawsuit. Damages for the wrongful death of a loved one can be based on a number of different factors. The loss of the economic support provided by the decedent is a very important element of damages. This can be calculated by determining the amount of past earnings that have been lost, plus the amount of future earning that were likely to be earned by the decedent. California law also allows for recovery of compensation for the loss of love, companionship, comfort, society, solace and moral support. Maximizing the damages in a wrongful death case requires experienced and skilled legal representation. The lawyers at Ernst Law Group, ALC have successfully handled many wrongful death cases, including significant settlements and jury trial verdicts. We are always available to answer your questions about a potential wrongful death case.
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