Wrongful Death

What Types of Damages Can You Recover in a Wrongful Death Case?

A wrongful death case allows survivors to seek compensation if a family member dies because of someone else’s negligent or reckless actions. Although money cannot make up for a loved one’s tragic death, it can assist survivors who face expenses related to their loved one’s passing. If you are considering filing a wrongful death claim […]

Who Gets the Money From a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

Losing a loved one is a heartbreaking experience for those left behind. The grief is only made worse by learning that someone else’s reckless or intentional actions caused the death. Surviving family members have the right to be angry and demand justice for their tragic loss. In California, accountability can come by filing a wrongful […]

When Bicycles and Motor Vehicles Collide

One of the most dangerous types of accidents happens when a motor vehicle collides with a bicycle. Bicyclists are completely defenseless against a 3,000-plus pound car or truck, even when wearing the proper safety gear. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that 818 cyclists were killed in motor vehicle crashes in a single […]

VA Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit from Navy Veteran’s Family

The children of a Navy veteran have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. According to a news report on Military.com, the 72-year-old man, who had served in the Vietnam War, died from a traumatic brain injury a week after he fell in his hospital room. The lawsuit alleges […]

Sacramento Botulism Outbreak Linked to One Death and Nine Hospitalizations

One man has passed away and nine others have been hospitalized as the result of a Sacramento botulism outbreak that has been linked to contaminated nacho cheese dip sold in an area gas station. According to a CBS News report, health officials have said tests have confirmed that the botulism toxin was present in the […]

Rapper Young Jeezy Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit in 2014 Shooting

Rapper Young Jeezy Jenkins, concert promoter Live Nation and others, are facing a wrongful death lawsuit. This lawsuit is in connection with the 2014 fatal shooting of concert promoter Eric Johnson at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View. The shooting happened on Aug. 22, 2014 backstage during the tour’s stop at Mountain View according to […]

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