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A Los Angeles wrongful death lawyer can help your family pursue accountability when negligence takes someone you love. No legal action replaces the time, the milestones, or the daily presence that was taken from you. However, holding the responsible party accountable could provide a measure of justice and the financial stability your household needs to move forward.
At Ardalan & Associates, PLC, we believe that loss goes far beyond financial hardship, as it changes your daily life. Our personal injury attorneys can stand with your family through every step of this difficult time.
Under California Code of Civil Procedure § 377.60, only certain individuals have the legal standing to bring a wrongful death claim. The state limits this right to close family members and dependents, which is why understanding who qualifies is an important first step.
A surviving spouse or registered domestic partner may file a wrongful death claim. These individuals may seek compensation for lost financial support, companionship, and the shared life you built together.
The children of the person who passed away may also bring a claim, whether they are adults or minors at the time of filing. If a child of the deceased has also passed away, their grandchildren may be able to pursue the action.
In some situations, other individuals who were financially dependent on the deceased, such as a putative spouse, stepchildren, or parents, may also have standing. Our wrongful death attorney in Los Angeles can help determine who is eligible.
State law recognizes that both economic and deeply personal harm can result from losing a loved one. Families who file a wrongful death claim in Los Angeles may seek compensation for:
Every family’s situation is different, and our team can evaluate the full scope of your losses to pursue the appropriate compensation.
A wrongful death case begins with a thorough investigation to identify all responsible parties and gather evidence of negligence. This involves reviewing police reports, medical records, and witness statements. Your attorney documents the financial and emotional impact the loss of your loved one has had on your family.
From there, the case may proceed through settlement negotiations or, if necessary, to trial. The state imposes a two-year statute of limitations on wrongful death claims, which makes timely action important for your Los Angeles case. At Ardalan & Associates, PLC, we prepare for either path and will advise your family honestly at every stage.
Ardalan & Associates, PLC, is a boutique firm with nine attorneys and deliberately smaller caseloads, meaning your family’s case receives focused attention from start to finish. Our founder, Chris Ardalan, has over 25 years of experience handling wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases, including those other firms consider too demanding to litigate. When someone’s negligence permanently takes someone from a family in Los Angeles, the responsible party must be held fully accountable.
Your family’s loss deserves to be taken seriously. At Ardalan & Associates, PLC, we approach every wrongful death case with the compassion and determination your family deserves. We take the time to fully understand the impact of your loss and pursue accountability on your behalf. Contact us online today to speak with our Los Angeles wrongful death lawyer about how we can help honor your loved one’s memory.
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