Understanding The Basics of California Wrongful Death Claims
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Losing a loved one is never easy. If a loved one died as a result of an accident which may have been caused by another party, the surviving family members have the right to file a wrongful death claim. But what exactly is a wrongful death claim, and what does one have to do after losing a loved one to a car accident in California? Attorneys at The Law OďŹƒces of Howard Craig Kornberg were kind enough to explain to you the basics of the wrongful death claims and how claims are filed after the accident. Here is what you have to know.
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A spouse
Children
Two Parties:
In such a case, there are two parties involved: the plaintiffs and the defendants. The first ones are usually the closest family members, including:
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Parents
Siblings & Other relatives
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Plaintiffs are the ones filing a wrongful death claim. In some rare cases, other distant family members may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim. But to learn more about that, it is best that you consult with Howard C. Kornberg. The second party involved are the defendants. Normally, these are the people responsible for causing the accident. The defendants could be:
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The Damages: According to the California law, the plaintiffs are eligible to recover damages for their personal loses. These usually include:
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Loss of companionship
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Loss of affection
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Loss of parenthood
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Loss of support and protection
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Funeral and burial costs
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Loss of income
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Compensation for the deceased’s medical bills
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Loss of benefits (insurance, pension)
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Gathering the evidence Going through the paperwork Checking the medical and police reports Calculating the damages Filing a claim Defending a claim Representing your best interests in the trial
With an experienced attorney by your side, you will have someone to guide you, tell you what to do and do things on your behalf. These things include:
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Now that you know the basics of California Wrongful death claims, contact Los Angeles Wrongful Death Attorneys at The Law Offices of Howard Craig Kornberg, schedule your free initial consultation and learn how you can receive compensation for your damages in a timely manner.
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