The death of a family member or loved one can be an extremely difficult time in your life – especially if the death was not one of natural causes. The situation can be frustrating as the negligence of another individual’s behavior caused the death of your beloved. In this instance, though it may be difficult and emotionally draining, the best course of action is to consult a wrongful death attorney who can assist you through the process. Unlike other personal injury cases, a wrongful death claim must be filed by the surviving family members of the deceased. However, there are statutes of limitation and state laws that must be complied with in order to successfully file a claim.
Then the central question is – who is eligible to file for a wrongful death lawsuit? The answer to that question is – it depends. In all states, including California, immediate family members (spouses, children, etc.) can file a wrongful death suit against the responsible party(ies). However, there are other various state laws that dictate if extended family members can file a lawsuit (sometimes), and what the statutes of limitation are when filing a wrongful death suit. Statutes of limitation put a time limit on when the lawsuit can be filed; family members cannot file a claim after this time period has passed, unfortunately.
A wrongful death is an extremely tragic incident, and the family who undergoes the pain and suffering deserves to be compensated for their losses. Not only is there financial damage that the family is forced to deal with, but a family and a circle of intimately acquainted individuals consist of a dynamic. A family is able to function on the dynamic of all of the individual family members, and a wrongful death takes a crucial factor out of that equation. Emery Ledger, a California wrongful death attorney, has taken on wrongful death cases and understands the family’s pain and suffering in these extenuating circumstances. Not only is the family forced to pay medical expenses, funeral expenses, and property damage, but they must also cope with the loss of a loved one. You and your family do not deserve to go through this, and hiring a wrongful death attorney can at least minimize the financial burdens you may be facing during this difficult time. Why should you have to be financial responsible for an action that you did not commit?
If you have suffered the loss of a family member as of a wrongful death, the most important thing is to have the best legal representation available to you and your family. If you would like a free and detailed evaluation of your California wrongful death case, please contact a wrong death lawyer from the Offices of Ledger of Ledger & Associates for more information on your legal options. Please call 1-800-300-000 or visit the website at www.ledgerlaw.com
