Wrongful Death

FAIR OAKS WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEY

Helping Families Through Difficult Times

If you have recently lost a loved one in an accident as a result of another's negligence, it can be extremely painful and difficult to deal with. Losing a family member or loved one for any reason is emotionally trying, but knowing that it could have been prevented had the responsible person not behaved in the way they did is absolutely devastating.

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Legal Assistance for Wrongful Death Claims

At the Swartz Fogy Law Group, our wrongful death lawyers understand how important the life of your loved one was. We represent surviving family members and work to ease your pain and suffering throughout the wrongful death claim process.

We help our clients to obtain compensation for unexpected expenses, such as:

  • Doctor bills
  • Emergency medical expenses
  • Funeral expenses
  • Loss of wages
  • Pain and suffering

Wrongful Death Statistics

Wrongful death cases are sadly very common in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported the following statistics for wrongful death in the United States in the year 2017:

  • It is reported that motor vehicle accidents were the leading cause of death for children aged 10, 11 and 17 in the United States
  • Nearly 170,000 deaths resulted from unintentional injuries for all age groups in the same year
  • In 2017 alone there were a reported 40,231 deaths caused by motor vehicle accidents
  • Unintentional poisoning was the cause of death for over 64,000 individuals in the same year
  • Over 36,000 unintentional deaths were caused by falls in the United States in 2017

With so many instances of wrongful death occurring throughout the country, it is not uncommon for some of those deaths to be caused by another party's negligence or disregard for the victim. In cases like these, oftentimes the family of the victim is left to deal with the outcome of the tragedy on their own. This isn't right. If you have lost a loved one to wrongful death, contact our firm immediately to find out how we can help.

Can I Sue For Emotional Distress?

If you have suffered the loss of a loved one due to wrongful death, it may be in your best interest to take legal action right away! Emotional distress is a common result of wrongful death due to the trauma that it puts a person through. If you are suffering from anxiety, fear, loss of sleep, lack of focus at work, difficulty driving or more, seek compensation for your emotional distress today.

How Can I Prove Emotional Distress?

Proof of emotional distress is necessary to receive compensation. Proving this distress may be trickier than you would imagine as it requires your loved ones to testify for you. While it is a challenge to prove that your trauma has manifested itself by way of emotional distress, it is worth the fight.

California Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death Cases

According to California Code of Civil Procedure section 335.1, surviving family members have up to two years to file a wrongful death claim frrom the date of the accident. If the death was caused by medical malpractice, it's imperative that you contact a lawyer as soon as possible. In all personal injury cases, contacting an attorney as soon as you believe you have a case can help preserve evidence that can be helpful in your case.

Don't Hesitate to Contact Our Firm for Help

The importance of contacting a lawyer as soon as possible following the death of your family member or loved one cannot be stressed enough. The Swartz Fogy Law Group understands that seeking legal guidance from a Fair Oaks wrongful death lawyer is likely not the first thing on your mind. However, receiving compensation which may cover all of your related expenses and help provide for your family can guide you towards a more healthy grieving process.

Our Fair Oaks medical malpractice lawyers believe that you should not have to go through the recovery and healing journey alone. We are here to help. Our experienced legal team are here to help ensure that justice is served against the responsible party. You can rely on our firm to provide you with compassionate and caring legal representation. We have been in practice for 30 years and are readily available to our clients throughout Northern California.

Please contact our firm today by calling us at (888) 349-1005 or fill out a free case evaluation to discuss the details of your case!

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To Compensation

Our Fair Oaks lawyers firmly believe that the individual responsible for the accident which led to your injuries should be held accountable. Although the responsible party or your insurance company may try to talk you into accepting a settlement, it is highly advisable to speak with an attorney at Swartz Fogy Law Group first.

You can rely on us to work aggressively to ensure that justice is served and that you recover fair damages.

Fill out a free case evaluation, or contact our office online today to get started with our injury lawyers in Fair Oaks.