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Frequently Asked Questions - Wrongful Death

What is a wrongful death?

A wrongful death is a death which occurs either partially or completely as the result of recklessness, negligence, or an intentional or wrongful act on the part of the defendant. In the event of a wrongful death, a civil action make be taken.

What is a wrongful death case?

A wrongful death case is a type of personal injury claim in which the person accused of causing the death is held responsible for the loss of financial support and love that he or she has caused the family members of the victim. The surviving family members of the victim may seek monetary compensation from the defendant to reimburse for fatality related expenses, such as funeral costs and the loss of love, advice, and support from the deceased. A wrongful death claim may be made against any type of negligent party including hospitals, doctors, manufacturers of defective products, property owners, or anyone else whose actions contributed to the death.

Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit?

In most states, the immediate family members of the deceased, such as children, spouses, and parents may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the defendant(s). If the child or children of the deceased are under the age of 18, they may require a "guardian ad item" in court to protect his or her interests.

How long do I have to file a wrongful death lawsuit?

Every state has what is called a "statute of limitation," which is a guideline for how long an individual has to file a lawsuit. In most cases the statute of limitation to file a wrongful death claim in California is 2 years from the death of the victim, but in some situations the time frame may only allow one year in which a plaintiff may file a claim. It is extremely important to file your claim within the allotted time frame, otherwise your claim may be denied.

Gillin, Jacobson, Ellis & Larsen is a well respected personal injury and wrongful death law firm located in California. Our attorneys have protected the rights of hundreds of seriously injured clients throughout California and recovered millions of dollars for them in compensation for the loss of their loved one. If your loved one has died as the result of another person's negligence, please call Gillin, Jacobson, Ellis & Larsen to discuss your wrongful death case with one of our skilled wrongful death attorneys.

If your loved one has been the victim of a wrongful death in California, please contact a Wrongful Death attorney at Gillin, Jacobson, Ellis & Larsen to discuss your wrongful death case.