Bay Area Accidental Death

The family members or other loved ones of a decedent can bring wrongful death charges upon the party or parties allegedly responsible for the death. In most cases, an individual’s untimely wrongful death is caused by an unintentional or accidental act. Even though a negligent act may be accidental, liability still exists in these situations. If your loved one suffered a wrongful accidental death the Bay Area, you may be entitled to compensation for the economic losses you suffer as a result.

Accidental Death Lawsuits in The Bay Area

In most instances, a person suffers a Bay Area accidental death as a result of a vehicular crash, such as a car, truck, motorcycle, train or plane accident, or as a result of medical negligence or a defective product. To prove liability in any of these situations, you and your attorney must craft your Bay Area accidental death lawsuit to convince the court that negligence occurred, as based on all of the following four criteria:

• The deceased was owed a duty
• The duty to the deceased was breached
• The deceased’s fatality was caused by that breach of duty
• The deceased’s survivor(s) are entitled to damages to compensate for their loss

The court takes into account a number of factors that include the following:

• The joint life expectancy of the deceased’s survivors and/or beneficiaries
• The relationship of the survivors and/or beneficiaries to the deceased
• The total potential loss of future earnings
• The losses (both economic and non-economic) that the beneficiaries suffered

While no monetary amount can bring back the loss of a loved one, suffering an emotional loss from an accidental death does give the survivor entitlement to financial damages. Appropriate compensation can provide those left behind with the financial resources to secure their own futures and cover expenses associated with dealing with such a serious loss, such as funeral costs, therapy sessions, and future lost income.

Don't Go Through This Alone

Losing a loved one is difficult in any situation, but when a loved one’s death is caused by negligence that could have been avoided, it is even more tragic. If you are considering pursuing an accidental death lawsuit in the Bay Area or the surrounding Bay Area, the assistance of an experienced and trustworthy lawyer is essential. The Law Offices of Sterns & Walker has a successful track record of helping clients through this difficult time. We can guide you through the entire process of an accidental death lawsuit, and make sure you receive the compensation to which you are entitled. We are well-equipped with a network of experts, including engineers, doctors, nurses, and other professionals, all of whom work with us to support our clients in every way possible. Please contact us today with any questions, or for a free consultation.