Alhambra Wrongful Death Attorney

Personalized Legal Services for Your Family

If you’ve recently lost a loved one in an accident, hiring a law firm to represent you is most likely the last thing on your mind. However, getting started on filing a claim is crucial if you wish to achieve some sense of justice for what happened to your family member. In addition to the pain you may be experiencing right now, you may also be burdened with a lot of financial debt. Medical bills and property damage pile up in costs, and if your family was dependent on your loved one, you’re also missing an income.

Lara Law Firm is available to take on your case and secure the compensation your family needs to cover your expenses. The healing process may be long, but our Alhambra wrongful death attorney can make it slightly easier so you don’t have to worry about falling into debt. Our team is comprised of compassionate individuals who know how overwhelming you must feel right now – allow us to utilize our knowledge of the legal system on your behalf.

Call (626) 790-5758 if you’ve lost a loved one due to negligence, or fill out our online form. Your family deserves justice for your loss – our team can hold the at-fault party responsible for their actions.

What Counts as Wrongful Death?

Family members can file a wrongful death claim when their loved one is killed because of another person or entity’s negligence. There may be instances in which the at-fault party is arrested and criminally charged, but a wrongful death lawsuit is a separate civil action that allows families to be compensated for their loss.

There are numerous factors and situations that can cause death or serious injuries that lead to death. However, some of the most common causes of wrongful death claims include:

• Car accidents: Millions of car accidents occur in the United States every year, and on average, around 38,000 people are killed in these accidents. Car crashes are one of the leading causes of wrongful death claims because of how frequently people drive or travel in vehicles. A majority of car accidents are caused by human error, meaning that a driver or some other party can usually be held responsible for negligence.
• Medical malpractice: Doctors, nurses, dentists, and other medical staff are responsible for keeping their patients safe, but sometimes they make mistakes. When these mistakes occur during high-stakes situations, serious injuries and death are possible. Common wrongful death causes usually involve a misdiagnosis of an existing condition or errors made during surgery.
• Defective products: Defective or dangerous products are known to kill countless consumers every year. These products typically include pharmaceutical products – also known as dangerous drugs – unsafe products designed for young children, and defective vehicle features, like airbags. Manufacturers and designers are usually the ones to blame for defects.
• Workplace accidents: Industries that are considered to be more hazardous, like construction or assembly work, often place workers at risk of injury or death. Common workplace accidents that result in death include falls from heights, being hit or crushed by heavy machinery or equipment, and work-related car accidents.
• Truck accidents: Due to their weight and size, trucks can cause a lot of damage in collisions, including severe injuries and death. Common catastrophic injuries include burns, spinal cord and neck injuries, amputations, and brain and head injuries.

While many people associate wrongful death claims with deaths that occur in accidents, families can also file a claim if their loved one initially survived the accident but died from their injuries at a later date.

Your family deserves to grieve in peace during this difficult time. You can trust our Alhambra wrongful death attorney to handle your case. Call our firm at (626) 790-5758 today – we also serve clients in Huntington Beach.