When a close family member dies and it is probably the fault of someone else’s negligence or criminal behavior, the surviving family members can file a wrongful death claim in Pismo Beach, CA. The person designated as the executor of the deceased’s estate can also file a survival action personal injury claim.
These types of claims compensate family members and the deceased’s estate for their losses related to the incident. To be eligible for a wrongful death claim, the deceased’s death must have been directly caused by another party’s breach of their duty of care to obey the law and avoid causing harm to others.
Common examples of wrongful death incidents include:
- Car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, or pedestrian accidents
- Defective products
- Medical malpractice
- Workplace accidents
- Criminal actions
- Negligent security
- Environmental contamination
If you think your close family member’s death could be connected to negligence, you can learn about your options for filing a wrongful death claim during a free case review. Contact a wrongful death lawyer in Pismo Beach from the Ernst Law Group to learn about your legal rights and the strategies you have available to pursue compensation.
Schedule your free, no-obligation case review today when you call (805) 586-0194 or contact us online.
Types of Compensation Available in a Pismo Beach, CA Wrongful Death Claim
There are two main types of insurance claims based on a death caused by negligence.
The first is a wrongful death claim, which compensates close family members for:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Loss of the deceased’s income
- Loss of benefits
- Loss of love, companionship, and emotional support
The second type of claim is filed by a representative of the deceased’s estate. This representative may be named in the decedent’s will but must be officially appointed by the California Superior Court for San Luis Obispo County.
A survival action seeks compensation for the deceased’s:
- Medical bills
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Other losses to the estate
To make sure that you are seeking all forms of compensation available for your loss, you can speak with an experienced Pismo Beach wrongful death attorney at the Ernst Law Group.
