Visalia Wrongful Death Attorneys Fighting For Grieving Families
Losing a loved one because of someone else’s negligence is devastating. Along with overwhelming grief, families often face unexpected financial challenges and worry about what comes next. Understanding your rights under California law can help you make informed decisions during this difficult time.
At Mitchell & Powell, A Professional Law Corporation, we have served clients throughout Visalia and the Central Valley since 1977. We provide compassionate, trustworthy legal representation while aggressively protecting our clients’ interests. If your loved one died because of another person’s negligence, we can explain your options, answer your questions and guide you through the wrongful death claims process.
Wrongful Death Claim Eligibility In California
When a loved one dies because of another person’s wrongful act or negligence, certain family members may have the right to seek compensation through a wrongful death claim. Although no legal action can undo your loss, a successful claim may help ease your family’s financial burden.
Those who may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim include:
- A surviving spouse
- A registered domestic partner
- Children of the deceased
- Certain financial dependents and other individuals who qualify under the law
In most cases, the time limit to file a wrongful death claim is two years from the date of death. Because exceptions may apply, speak with our lawyers as soon as possible.
Wrongful Death Claims We Handle
If your loved one died because of another person’s negligence or wrongful conduct, your family may have grounds for a wrongful death claim. Our attorneys regularly handle cases involving:
- Car, truck and motorcycle crashes
- Farm and agricultural accidents
- Workplace fatalities
- Nursing home neglect and abuse
- Medical negligence
We can review your case, explain your options and help you decide the next steps to take. As fatal accident attorneys serving the Central Valley, we help families pursue the compensation they may be entitled to.
Compensation You May Recover In A Wrongful Death Claim
A wrongful death claim may allow eligible family members to recover compensation for both economic and noneconomic losses.
Economic damages may include funeral and burial expenses, lost financial support and the value of household services the deceased would have provided.
Noneconomic damages may include compensation for the loss of a loved one’s care, comfort, companionship, guidance and emotional support.
Wrongful death claims compensate surviving family members for their own losses, not for the losses their loved one experienced before death. As a result, family members typically cannot recover damages for their loved one’s pain and suffering.
Schedule A Consultation Today
Losing a loved one because of another person’s negligence can leave your family facing difficult decisions. Learning about your legal rights is the first step toward seeking accountability and financial stability.
Since 1977, we have helped grieving families throughout the Central Valley pursue the compensation they deserve. Contact Mitchell & Powell, A Professional Law Corporation at 559-697-5936 or our online form to schedule your free initial consultation.