Wrongful Death
Although no amount of money could ever compensate you for the loss of a loved one, wrongful death claims can hold responsible parties accountable for the harm their negligence has caused and help bring about safer conditions for others in the future. Our Christopher J. Lauria wrongful death lawyers at Law Office of Christopher J. Lauria LLC are here to help you pursue justice for your loved one. Our practice is devoted exclusively to accident and injury matters, and we are passionate about what we do.
Our Christopher J. Lauria wrongful death attorneys have recovered millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients, and we are committed to establishing a high level of trust and confidence and excellent client-attorney relationships, as evidenced by our client testimonials.
Our Christopher J. Lauria personal injury lawyers have received many distinguished awards, including membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and listing among Los Angeles Super Lawyers® and National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers and Top 40 Under 40.
Reasons for a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Any type of serious personal injury can result in wrongful death, including:
- Car accidents
- Work-related accidents
- Commercial truck accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Motorcycle accidents
- Nursing home abuse
- Pedestrian accidents
- Recklessness of another person, and even
- Dog bites.
Types of Damages That Our Wrongful Death Attorneys Will Fight For
In a Los Angeles wrongful death claim, the spouse, children, descendants, parents, grandparents, and siblings, or if none survive the deceased, the individuals to whom the estate would pass under the laws of intestate (without a will) succession, are entitled to claim the same personal injury damages that could have been claimed had the deceased lived, according to the Los Angeles Legislature. The statute states that the court or jury may award fair and equitable damages for the following:
- Medical, hospital, funeral and burial expenses;
- Pain and suffering undergone by the deceased before death;
- Loss of financial support from the deceased by the family; and
- Loss of the society and companionship of the deceased.
TypesWhy You Need A Christopher Law Office Christopher J. Lauria Wrongful Death Lawyer
Before a deceased person’s family can recover compensation in a wrongful death claim, liability must first be established. Our Christopher J. Lauria wrongful death attorneys have the knowledge, skills, and resources to thoroughly investigate the accident that caused the death of your loved one to determine fault, carefully evaluate the full extent of your losses, and negotiate or litigate full and fair compensation in a settlement or verdict on your behalf.
When you work with our firm in a wrongful death matter, you pay us no fees up front. Our lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, and we are only paid legal fees if we are successful in recovering compensation for you. You can rest assured that we are committed to high quality legal representation, aggressive advocacy, and hard work to maximize the compensation you receive.
Contact our office to arrange for a free case consultation with no obligation. We can meet you in a place that is convenient for you – your home, your office, the hospital, or our Christopher J. Lauria offices.