Dedicated To Pursuing Your Wrongful Death Case
Wrongful death is when the negligence of an individual or entity causes or contributes to someone’s death. This can prove devastating for the decedent’s surviving loved ones. If you lost a relative or spouse to an accident, you may have an actionable case on your hands.
At Rencher Law Group, P.C., we are dedicated to your cause. We will aggressively pursue the case on your behalf. Our California-based team of wrongful death attorneys will thoroughly investigate your case, then collect and analyze evidence to develop a focused and personalized legal strategy for you. We can handle every aspect of your case, from proving liability to dealing with insurance carriers.
What Damages Can I Receive?
We know the loss of a loved one can be difficult. Thus, we accept the obligation to prosecute those responsible to obtain monetary compensation.
Our wrongful death attorneys can help you recover damages for:
- Medical bills
- Funeral costs
- Lost future wages
- Lost future benefits
- Automotive repairs, for car accidents and DUI incidents
- Pain and suffering
Our experienced wrongful death attorneys have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of our wrongful death clients. We will fight to get you the most successful resolution possible as we guide you through the steps and answer your questions.
Why Time Is Of The Essence
It is essential to take immediate action in wrongful death cases. Quick action allows our wrongful death attorneys to take the necessary action to gather evidence, determine liability and file a claim before the statute of limitations runs. Generally, we will need to hire an investigator and expert to find out what occurred. The sooner you hire our wrongful death trial lawyers, the better we can assist you.
Answers For Your Many Questions About Wrongful Death
At Rencher Law Group, P.C., we have worked with thousands of clients in San Francisco and San Diego to hold negligent parties accountable following a wrongful death incident. We are prepared to assist you with every step of the wrongful death claims process.
Clients often come to us with more questions than they can ask us in one sitting. You no doubt have numerous questions, too – about your legal options, the administrative steps and more. Below, we have answered a few of the questions that our wrongful death attorneys hear most often.
How are wrongful death settlements paid out?
If you settle a claim involving death with an insurance company, an individual or a business entity, there are a few options for payment. Generally, the money goes to the deceased person’s estate, which first pays any existing medical and funeral bills. Then, the rest of the money may go to the decedent’s spouse and children.
Who can sue for wrongful death?
In California, one of the following parties can file the wrongful death lawsuit:
- The decedent’s spouse
- The decedent’s children
- The decedent’s grandchildren, if the decedent’s adult children have also died
If the deceased person was unmarried and had no children, the state’s intestate succession laws stipulate that parents or siblings may also sue.
When do you have a wrongful death case?
Surviving family members can file a wrongful death claim when their loved one’s death was caused by the negligence or intentional wrongful act of another party. In these cases, the victim would have been able to make a personal injury claim if they had survived.
How does wrongful death DUI differ from wrongful death?
California law allows families to recover a variety of damages after the wrongful death of their loved one, including funds to cover funeral and medical costs and to address the emotional toll of the death. In cases when drunk driving led to a fatal accident, families may be able to claim additional punitive damages. These damages are intended to punish a drunk driver for their wrongdoing.
Who pays for a wrongful death claim?
The other party’s insurance provider usually pays the settlement or award for a wrongful death claim. Some cases may also involve one individual person or a business entity. If the at-fault party did not have enough liability coverage to pay your damages, they may have to pay your claim out of pocket.
Do I need to pay to hire an attorney for my wrongful death claim?
Not when you work with us at Rencher Law Group, P.C. Our lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. We do not charge you anything upfront. Instead, you will pay a small fraction of any recovery we make. If we do not recover compensation, you do not owe us any payment.
Help Is Here – Contact Us Today
Our team of wrongful death lawyers combines efficiency with compassion to help you through this painful time. Let us take care of gathering the essential information for your case so that you can focus on grieving. We are here for you.
Contact us in San Diego or San Francisco to set up a free initial consultation. Do not worry about paying us any fees unless we recover compensation for you. To reach our wrongful death law firm, please call 415-900-1566 or use our online contact form.