Los Angeles Wrongful Death Attorneys

Los Angeles Fatal Accident Wrongful Death Lawyer

Each year, there are more fatal car accidents in California than any other state. And each year, there are more fatal car accidents in Los Angeles County than any other county in California. If you have lost someone you love in a fatal car accident, you are not alone. Contact the law firm of Estey & Bomberger for a free and confidential wrongful death consultation. Our compassionate attorneys have more than 70 years of collective experience representing victims of wrongful death in California.  We understand the complex legal issues surrounding fatal accident claims and can help you protect your legal rights.  Although no amount of money could ever bring back a loved one, compensation can ease the financial burden associated with a death and bring some sense of justice by holding the negligent party financially responsible for their actions. 

Causes of Fatal Car Accidents

Some causes of fatal accidents in Los Angeles include:

1. Speeding
2. Illegal Street Racing
3. Drinking and Driving
4. Auto Defect
5. Roadway Defect 
6. Negligent Maintenance
7. SUV Rollover
8. Negligence / Inattention
9. Road Rage
10. Text Messaging & Driving

 Accidents at higher speeds have a greater risk of resulting in fatality. Drinking and driving can be attributed to many fatal car accidents, as more than 40% of fatal crashes are alcohol related.  There may be several causes of a fatal accident, and determining who is ultimately responsible can be complicated. Contacting an attorney soon after an accident is important because an attorney can preserve evidence before it is lost and speak to witnesses while their recollection of the accident is still fresh. At Estey & Bomberger, we work with some of the most experienced accident investigators and reconstructionists in the country.

Compensation for Wrongful Death

A wrongful death claim is brought by family members of the person killed in an accident. Depending on the circumstances of the accident and who was responsible, damages may vary. Generally, a claim for wrongful death may include final medical expenses associated with the accident, funeral and burial expenses, loss of victim's benefits due to the victim's death, loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and loss of earnings. Additionally, punitive damages may be awarded if the defendant's actions were intentional or especially egregious.
 
Free Wrongful Death Accident Consultation

A claim for wrongful death is different than other personal injury and auto accident claims. If a member of your family has died in a fatal Los Angeles car accident, you may wish to speak to an attorney about your legal rights. Note that you have only a limited amount of time to bring a wrongful death claim in California due to a statute of limitations. The law firm of Estey & Bomberger offers a free consultation to explain your legal options and answer your Los Angeles fatal accident wrongful death questions. If we represent you in your Los Angeles wrongful death claim, we will not charge any fees unless we obtain a settlement or award for you.