Frequently Asked Questions About Wrongful Death Claims What is wrongful death? Under California law, wrongful death is when a person is killed as a result of the negligent actions of another person. Who can file a wrongful death claim? Wrongful death claims can be filed by the deceased person’s spouse, partner, children, or certain other relatives in the line of succession. Any damages collected will go to the deceased’s estate. What are some common causes of wrongful death? Some of the most common causes of wrongful death actions include: Medical malpractice Fatal motor vehicle accidents Work-related accidents Boating accident Pedestrian accidents Bicycle accidents Construction accidents Defective products How long do I have to file a wrongful death lawsuit? Each state has its own time limit for filing a wrongful death lawsuit, called the statute of limitation. In most cases, a claim must be filed within two years of the date of the wrongful death. However, in some cases this time is shortened. For example, a medical malpractice wrongful death lawsuit may be required to be filed within 1 year of the date of the death. Call our Los Angeles wrongful death attorney at 1-888-848-5048 to schedule a free, complimentary consultation with our legal team today.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wrongful Death Claims
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