Playa Vista Wrongful Death Lawyers

If you have lost a loved one in Playa Vista because of someone else’s negligence, you may have a case for a wrongful death claim.  

According to California state law, wrongful death is a death that resulted from another party’s negligence. In some cases, these acts of negligence may lead to separate criminal cases, however, a wrongful death claim is not a criminal matter. Instead, wrongful death claims are civil cases that provide an opportunity for the family of the deceased to be awarded compensation from those responsible for the death.  

The expert team of Playa Vista wrongful death lawyers at Ellis Injury Law has the tenacity, compassion, and experience to help guide you through the potentially complex process of a wrongful death claim. With over 20 years of experience, our personal injury lawyers have a proven track record of holding liable parties responsible and winning compensation on behalf of the bereaved. Get your case started by contacting a Playa Vista wrongful death attorney today.  

Why should I file a wrongful death claim?  

Some people feel that wrongful death claims are a waste of time. After all, money can never bring a lost loved one back. However, it can go a long way towards providing for those that relied on the deceased for financial support or even companionship.  

Wrongful death lawsuits can also act as a deterrent for future negligent acts, hopefully ensuring that no one else will ever have to feel the pain of loss you feel or go through what you and your family are going through.  

Surviving family members only 

California state law is very clear on who can file a wrongful death claim. The law states that only surviving family members of the deceased can file, and surviving family members include spouses, children, and domestic partners.  

However, there are some cases in which exceptions are made. For instance, people other than surviving family members can file a wrongful death claim if they were financially dependent on the deceased and can prove that fact in court. This exception often applies to people like stepchildren, parents, and putative spouses.  

Count on Ellis  

If you’re not sure if you are able to file a wrongful death claim, or you don’t know for certain if you have a case, get in touch with an Ellis wrongful death lawyer. Our Playa Vista wrongful death lawyers offer 100% free initial consultations in which we can accurately advise you of your best course of action.  

Every Ellis Playa Vista wrongful death attorney also works on a contingency basis, meaning that you do not pay any fees unless we successfully recover compensation on your behalf. In other words, we don’t get paid unless you do.  

You have nothing to lose by contacting a personal injury attorney from Ellis Injury Law today.