29Jun/100
Fundamentals of California Wrongful Death
What kinds of accident may comprise a wrongful death?
A Los Angeles wrongful death may include many kinds of mishaps:
- Car accident
- Motorcycle accident
- Truck accident
- Bus accident
- Train accident
- Pedestrian accident
- Plane crash
- Construction accident
- Fire
What might be the underlying cause of a wrongful death?
An accidental death in Los Angeles for which wrongful death protections may apply might result from the following:
- Drunk driver
- Medical malpractice
- Industrial safety issue
- Defective product
- Who may be eligible to receive damage awards in a wrongful death?
- Those who may be eligible for redress in a wrongful death suit may include the deceased person’s:
- Spouse
- Putative spouse
- Domestic partner
- Children and grandchildren
- Dependent minors
- Next of kin
How can I learn more?
Each case is unique. Consult a good Los Angeles wrongful death attorney if you feel a loved one died as the result of someone’s negligent conduct.
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