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A wrongful death is when someone causes the death of another as a result of a wrongdoing or negligent act. Since, the deceased cannot bring suit, either a family member or representative of the estate typically has standing to bring suit.
California Code of Civil Procedure Section 377.60 provides that an action for a wrongful death may be brought for death “caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another.” State statutes give the decedent’s successor(s) a cause of action for the losses they have personally suffered as a result of the wrongful death.
As provided in Cal. Code Civ. Proc 377.60(a), a decedents surviving spouse or children have standing to bring a wrongful death claim. In addition, domestic partners and heirs may also have proper standing to bring a wrongful death claim.
The measure of recovery in a wrongful death claim is based on pecuniary damages (monetary) and non-pecuniary damages. Pecuniary damages include loss of support, loss of companionship, loss benefits and wages, emotional pain and suffering. The wrongful death statutes may not allow for the deceased’s pain and suffering. In addition, to pecuniary losses, punitive damages designed to punish the tortfeasor may be available to help compensate the family for the tragic loss.
There is no amount of compensation that would make a wrongful death right. The traumatic and catastrophic experience of dealing with a wrongful death can result in a lifelong of pain. If you or a loved on is in need of more information in regards to a wrongful death call Slaughter & Slaughter at 310.882.6810 for a free consultation of your claim by one of our experienced trial lawyers. Since there are applicable statutes which limit the time in which you can file your lawsuit, it is important to call immediately to avoid missing critical deadlines.
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Possible Wrongful Death Scenarios:
Auto Accident Auto v.s. Truck/Commercial Vehicle Pedestrian Accidents/Crosswalk/Drunk Driver Bicycle Accidents/Bike v.s. Auto Motorcycle Accidents Brain Damage and Brain Injuries Premises Liability Claims/Dangerous Conditions Defective Products Food Poisoning Actions Against Government Entities and Agencies Plane Accidents/Aviation Crashes Bus Accidents/MTA/Greyhound/School Bus
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While considered one of the safest ways to travel, air travel and aviation accidents happen all around the country on a frequent basis. Aviation law consists of the rules and laws regulating major commercial airlines, non-commercial airlines, private aircrafts, chartered flights, helicopters and in certain circumstances military flight and aviation crashes.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) was by Congress to monitor and regulate the safety of civil aviation. The FAA is responsible for issuing the minimum standards as required to manufacturing, operating and maintaining aircraft. In addition, the FAA operates the airport towers, traffic centers and flight service stations.
The National Transportation Safety Board is responsible for the investigation of aviation accidents throughout the country.
Dealing with a catastrophic event like a plane accident or any other type of aviation accident can be a daunting experience. In certain circumstances the death of a loved one or serious injury resulting in a debilitating injury can leave the victim and their families with a lifetime of pain.
Most aviation crashes occur during, or after take-off and landing. Other causes of aviation crashes can be the result of pilot error, pilot error weather related, pilot error mechanical related, mechanical failure, sabotage (terrorist, hijackings, bombs), air traffic controller error, improper maintenance of plane, fight crew error and other design and defective product reasons.
If you or a loved one has been in a plane accident or any other form of aviation accident, it is important to speak with an experienced law firm about your legal rights. You should not suffer through the pain of a plane accident or aviation accident alone. Call today and speak with our experienced team of attorneys about your claim. Our trial lawyers will aggressively represent your case and seek the maximum compensation available.
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Road congestion, inattentive drivers, negligent supervision, weather conditions and defective products are among the many causes that may lead to a school bus accident. Since children are at risk every single day while riding on a bus, it is important to seek the proper legal advice and representation if your child has been involved in a school bus accident.
School bus accidents may involve complex legal issues that must be dealt with appropriately. If the accident involving the school bus leads to injuries to several of the students, there may be basis for claims involving numerous plaintiffs to recover for their damages.
School buses are not like the typical passenger vehicle and accidents involving school buses may not result in the same types of effects as if riding in a passenger vehicle. Accidents involving school buses may result in serious injuries including broken bones, head/neck injuries, brain injuries, paralysis, paraplegia and even death.
Since the oversized nature of a school bus can cause serious damage if involved in an accident, its potential for damage must be taken seriously.
In addition, school buses in Los Angeles, California currently do not require seat belts to be installed on each school bus. This also may lead to students being thrown into the seat in front, or into the aisles which may also result in serious injuries.
According to the National Safety Council 22 million students ride the school bus to and from school each day. Most injuries are a result of when students are getting on or off the bus, crossing the street, or school bus accidents involving other vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that 164 persons were killed in school bus accidents and another 18,000 were injured in 1999.
If your child has been involved in a school bus accident, call today for a free consultation of your claim. Our team of experienced attorneys at Slaughter & Slaughter are dedicated to providing aggressive representation while seeking the maximum compensation available. Our lawyers understand the stressful and traumatic experience of going through an injury of a child as a result of a school bus accident, and there is no reason to go through it alone. Let our attorneys help you during these difficult times.
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Many types of serious accidents can result in a brain injury. The traumatic effects of a brain injury can often last a lifetime; leaving the victim of the injury and their families to cope with a potentially debilitating injury.
A brain injury or traumatic brain injury can be the result of a blunt trauma to the head. Every year, over 1.3 million Americans suffer from some form of impact or trauma to the head/skull.
Head injuries and trauma that result in brain damage may require years of consistent rehabilitation, treatment and ongoing medical care. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, over 1 million victims are treated every year for suffering some type of brain injury. Falls, such as slip and falls, trip and falls or falling over objects account for over 28% of all entire brain injury incidents. Car accidents, traffic accidents and other motor-vehicle accidents make up 20% of brain injury incidents with the remaining roughly 30% being caused by assaults or strikes.
Brain injuries can cause many different types of functional and thought-process effects including the inability to properly speak, think, loss of sensation, loss of mobility and loss of language skills.
If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury it is important to seek proper legal advice and representation for your claim. While no amount of compensation will make up for the traumatic effects of a brain injury, our team of skillful and dedicated attorneys will fight to seek the maximum compensation available at law for your injuries. At Slaughter & Slaughter, we are committed to providing aggressive representation for our clients who have fallen victim to a brain injury.
Call today for a free consultation of your claim: 888.222.8286 or 310.882.6810
Some Accidents that May Cause Brain Injury:
• Auto Accidents • Motorcycle Accidents • Truck Accidents • Bicycle Accidents • Slip and Fall/Trip and Fall • Falling Objects • Medical Malpractice • Electrocution • Recreational Accidents
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Have you been a victim of a burn injury? One of the most painful and emotionally challenging injuries to recover from is a burn injury. More serious burn injuries can result in a lifetime of pain and treatment.
At Slaughter & Slaughter, our team of dedicated trial lawyers understand the difficulty in dealing with a traumatic burn injury and are committed to seeking the maximum compensation available for your injuries.
More serious burn injuries may require years of therapy including skin grafting, dermabrasion, skin substitutes, rehabilitation, medication and even perhaps psychological therapy.
If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a burn, explosion or other types of accident or incident that has resulted in the burning of the skin, body or face, it is important to speak with an experienced law firm that can properly evaluate your claim. You may be entitled to compensation to help you cope with the traumatic effects of a burn injury. Burn victims and their families should not suffer alone. Having an aggressive law firm represent you in helping to seek recovery for your injuries should be your main priority.
Call Slaughter & Slaughter today for a free consultation of your case by one of our attorneys. Toll Free: 888.222.8286
Burn Accidents and Injuries may be a result of the following:
- Car Accidents - Motorcycle Accidents - Truck Accidents - Gas Explosions - Electrical Accidents - Industrial and Commercial Accidents - Fires - Defective Products - At work accidents - burns - At school accidents - burns
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