Los Angeles Wrongful Death Attorney
Cyrus Shahriari, a leading Los Angeles wrongful death attorney, understands that nothing can take away the pain of losing a loved one to a wrongful death. The tragedy of losing a family member – a spouse, domestic partner, parent or child – in an accident is sudden and devastating.
But just when everything is most difficult to handle, you’re likely faced with severe economic consequences in addition to grieving the unexpected death of your loved one. Let Los Angeles wrongful death attorney Cyrus Shahriari handle the legal implications while you take care of yourself and your family.
“Wrongful death” is the loss of life caused by another due to their carelessness or negligence. Causes of a wrongful death include:
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Train Accidents
- Bus Accidents
- Pedestrian – Auto Accidents
- Bicycle Accidents
- Product Defects
- Animal Attacks
- Construction Accidents
- Property Owner Wrongdoing
- Police Misconduct
- Assaults
Contact Los Angeles wrongful death attorney Cyrus Shahriari for a FREE, no-obligation consultation. The Shahriari Law Firm takes wrongful death cases on a contingency basis, so you pay nothing until we win your case.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim
California wrongful death law says that only people related to the victim in a specific way may file a wrongful death claim. These include:
- Surviving Spouse
- Surviving Children
- Dependent Stepchildren
- Dependent Minors Living in the Household for a least 6 Months
- Dependent Parents of the Victim
If there are no such heirs as the above, then a wrongful death claim may be made by:
- Parents of the Victim (regardless of whether they were dependent).
- If no Parents, then Siblings or Children of Deceased Siblings.
- If none, then Grandparents
- If none, then Children of a Deceased Spouse
- If none, then the Next of Kin as Determined by Law
It is important to know that survivors can use one attorney or, in some cases, each survivor may want their own attorney.
You May be Eligible for Compensation
If you lost a loved one because of the negligence or carelessness of another, you may be eligible for compensation. Of course, this doesn’t bring your loved one back, but it can help you continue your life without the worry of financial ruin.
In a wrongful death lawsuit you might be eligible for reimbursement for:
- Funeral Expenses
- Medical Expenses related to the incident
- Lost Earnings from the time of the incident to the victim’s retirement age
- Lost Benefits such as medical insurance and pension
- Lost Inheritance
- Pain and Suffering
- Loss of Care, Protection, and Companionship
The Cost of a Wrongful Death Lawyer
Los Angeles wrongful death lawyer Cyrus Shahriari takes cases on a contingency basis. This means that you pay nothing until Cyrus Shahriari resolves your case.
Whether your case is against a corporation, a government, or a wealthy individual, contingency fees level the playing field and ensure that you have access to justice.
Contact a Los Angeles Wrongful Death Lawyer
For a FREE, no-obligation consultation, contact Los Angeles wrongful death lawyer Cyrus Shahriari as soon as possible.
As difficult as this time is for you, it is important that you contact a Los Angeles wrongful death lawyer from The Shahriari Law Firm as soon as you can. There is a statute of limitations (deadline) by which time you must have filed your case or you lose all rights to justice.
By engaging Cyrus Shahriari soon, you will know your legal rights, and he will be able to protect evidence, investigate the accident, follow up with witnesses before they disappear or their memories fade, and handle all legal issues so you can concentrate on what’s most important: rebuilding your life.