Who has standing to sue for wrongful death in California? Under California law, only certain people are granted the legal standing to file a wrongful death lawsuit : The decedent’s surviving spouse. The decedent’s domestic partner. The decedent’s surviving children, adopted or biological. Can a parent sue for wrongful death in California? Only certain relatives […]

How are wrongful death settlements paid out? There are two basic ways in which wrongful death settlements are paid – through structured settlements or a lump-sum payout. Lump-sum payout. A lump sum will allow families to pay any large medical bills and legal fees upfront while also eliminating any financial debt that has accrued due […]

How much does a wrongful death lawsuit cost? As a claimant, you will quickly realize, however, that an ‘average’ settlement amount does not exist. Settlement awards for successful wrongful death claims have ranged from $1,000 or less to tens of millions of dollars. How long does it usually take to settle a wrongful death suit? […]

What is a survivorship action? A survivor action is a claim for compensation for the expenses incurred by the deceased family member before his or her death. A survivor action can only be brought if the decedent did not immediately die from sustained injuries. What is a survival cause of action? A wrongful death cause […]

How much does a wrongful death lawsuit cost? As a claimant, you will quickly realize, however, that an ‘average’ settlement amount does not exist. Settlement awards for successful wrongful death claims have ranged from $1,000 or less to tens of millions of dollars. Does insurance cover wrongful death? If negligence can be established, then generally […]