Category Archives: Wrongful Death
Common Insurance Company Tactics in Wrongful Death Claims
After losing a loved one because of another person’s negligence, a family may suddenly find itself dealing with insurance companies, claims adjusters, defense lawyers, and requests for information. Those interactions can be difficult under ordinary circumstances. When a family is grieving, the process can feel overwhelming. Insurance companies have a financial interest in resolving… Read More
Choosing the Right Wrongful Death Attorney
Losing a loved one because of another person’s negligence, misconduct, or wrongful act can leave a family facing grief, financial uncertainty, and unanswered questions. A wrongful death claim may provide a path toward accountability and compensation, but pursuing one requires more than simply filing a lawsuit. Families need an attorney who understands the legal… Read More
Fatal DUI Accidents and Civil Wrongful Death Claims
A fatal DUI accident can result in two very different legal proceedings. The driver who caused the collision may face a criminal prosecution brought by the government, while surviving family members may pursue a separate civil wrongful death claim seeking compensation for the losses caused by their loved one’s death. These proceedings can overlap,… Read More
Wrongful Death Caused by Defective Products
When a defective product causes a fatal injury, the consequences can extend far beyond the immediate loss of a loved one. Families may be left facing funeral and burial expenses, the loss of financial support, and the loss of the guidance, companionship, and services the deceased provided. At the same time, determining who is… Read More
Wrongful Death After a Dangerous Property Accident
A dangerous condition on someone else’s property can have devastating consequences. A drowning in an improperly maintained swimming pool, a fatal fall caused by a hazardous condition, or a deadly assault in an area with inadequate security can result in a wrongful death claim when negligence contributed to the person’s death. Property owners, landlords,… Read More
How Cell Phone Evidence Helps Prove Liability in Fatal Pedestrian Cases
Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of serious and fatal accidents in California. While many people associate distracted driving with rear-end collisions or highway crashes, it also plays a major role in deadly pedestrian accidents. A driver who looks down at a text message, scrolls through social media, or enters an address… Read More
Insurance Company Tactics in Fatal Accident Cases
When a fatal accident occurs, surviving family members are suddenly forced to cope with overwhelming grief, emotional trauma, and financial uncertainty. They may be planning a funeral, helping children process the loss of a parent, or trying to determine how they will make ends meet after losing a primary source of household income. Unfortunately,… Read More
Fatal Rideshare Accidents in California: Who Is Liable After an Uber or Lyft Crash?
Uber and Lyft have become a routine part of daily life throughout California. Millions of rides are provided each year, helping people commute to work, travel to airports, attend events, and avoid driving after consuming alcohol. While rideshare services offer convenience, they also place thousands of additional vehicles on California roads every day. Unfortunately,… Read More
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents Involving Uber and Lyft Drivers
Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable people on California roads. Unlike occupants of passenger vehicles, pedestrians have no seat belts, airbags, or protective structure to absorb the force of a collision. When a vehicle strikes a pedestrian, particularly in an urban environment where rideshare services are common, the consequences can be catastrophic or fatal…. Read More
Government Liability in Fatal Pedestrian Accidents Caused by Dangerous Road Design
Fatal pedestrian accidents are often blamed entirely on drivers, but in some cases, the roadway itself plays a major role in causing the collision. Poorly designed intersections, inadequate lighting, missing signage, obstructed sightlines, and unsafe crosswalk configurations can create dangerous conditions that place pedestrians at serious risk. When a roadway hazard contributes to a… Read More