When someone’s negligence takes your loved one from you, anger, frustration, fear, and deep sorrow are all very normal reactions, but so is wanting to seek justice. At The Ryan Law Group, our wrongful death lawyer in Fresno provides families with answers and the tools they need to fight for justice.
If you suspect your loved one lost their life because of negligence, call us, 24 hours a day, for answers. Our Fresno personal injury lawyer has recovered more than $100 million for our clients since our founding in 2011.
Types of Wrongful Death Claims We Handle
Wrongful death can happen in numerous ways and in various types of personal injury situations. If you suspect this applies in your case, our legal team can review the information available, gather evidence, and work to build your claim.
Some of the most common types of wrongful death claims our Fresno car accident lawyer sees include:
- Motor vehicle accidents, including car, truck, and motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Premises liability claims related to falls or dog attacks
- Negligent security matters
- Workplace accidents, including construction site injuries
- Medical malpractice
- Product liability cases
Every situation requires the victim to present evidence of what occurred and that the other party is responsible for the losses your loved one suffered.
This is challenging in wrongful death claims, but most of the time, family members are not present to provide eyewitness support. With our decades of experience, you can expect our legal team to build the evidence necessary for your right to seek action.
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California Wrongful Death Laws
Under California wrongful death laws, a person who meets the legal standing can seek a claim when someone dies as a result of negligent acts. This right is reserved for family members in most situations. That means a spouse, domestic partner, child, or parent can take legal action against the at-fault party. The law recognizes these individuals as having the most legal interest in the outcome of the case.
There are situations where others may qualify. For example, if you were living in the home of the person and they were financially supporting you at the time of their death, you may be able to participate in legal action. This includes situations where you may not be a family member.
Additionally, the estate itself can seek legal action under a survival claim. The court may appoint a personal representative to pursue legal action on behalf of the estate. The damages recovered are paid to the estate and disbursed as outlined by a will or to the heirs.
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Factors That Demonstrate Fault in a Wrongful Death Case
In a wrongful death case, the burden of proof is on the shoulders of the victim’s family and the attorney. Our objective is to establish that the other party is negligent. To do that, we must demonstrate four core components of negligence:
- Duty of care. The party that you believe is responsible owes your family member a duty of care either by abiding by the law or warning of risks.
- Breach of duty of care. The party breached its duty of care, such as breaking the law or creating unsafe conditions.
- Accident causation. The breach of the duty of care is what directly caused the accident to happen. If the person did not breach their duty of care, your loved one would not have suffered.
- Loss. In this case, the losses suffered are tragic, but we must show that the death was the direct result of that accident.
Notably, under California Civil Code Section 1714(a), every party is responsible for the injuries they cause due to failure to use reasonable care. It is not necessary to prove they caused the accident and death beyond a reasonable doubt. Instead, your Fresno wrongful death attorney must prove it was more than likely caused the death.
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How Our Wrongful Death Attorney in Fresno Supports Your Lawsuit
When your family member loses their life as a direct result of the actions of another person, nothing can erase that pain or quell the passion to get answers.
Our legal team will have the legal resources and tools to seek the highest level of justice allowed under the law. There are several ways we can help you through this legal process:
- Investigations. Do not rely on any other person, police department, or insurance company to investigate your case. Always hire a skilled wrongful death attorney to review the incident.
- Evidence gathering. It is critical to have evidence to back up these claims, and yet it is challenging for victim families to have those details. Expect us to gather the evidence to demonstrate what occurred and who is at fault.
- Building your claim. We analyze all aspects of the losses incurred to construct a robust claim. Victim families cannot put a dollar amount on the loss of their family member, but we can maximize what the law allows to ensure justice.
With decades of experience fighting for our clients, The Ryan Law Group has worked to recover fair compensation for families facing challenges.
By working with a lawyer, you gain the legal insights necessary to pursue reliable legal support. Do not wait to contact us for immediate help. Read our FAQs to learn more about wrongful death.
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Let Us Build a Strong Claim on Your Behalf
Family members may be able to recover substantial damages in a wrongful death claim. Insurance companies will not treat you fairly. We will help you recover damages such as:
- Lost wages
- Medical expenses leading up to the death
- Emotional trauma
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of future financial support
- Loss of companionship
There is no way to make the process easy. However, when you enable us to do the heavy lifting for you, you can grieve and work on healing while we get justice. Expect us to work diligently to build your case.
Set Up a Free Consultation with a Wrongful Death Attorney in Fresno Now
Call The Ryan Law Group now for a free consultation. We never charge your family anything until and unless we win your case. Our Fresno wrongful death lawyer wants to help you.
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