San Francisco Wrongful Death Lawyers

Losing a loved one can be the hardest thing to cope with in life. Even long after the person is gone, the emotional pain can be just as severe as when it happened. This emotional pain can be felt every moment, of every day. When a life is cut short and lost as the result of the negligent act of another, then this pain can be all the more intense. You aren't just losing a family member or a loved one; you've lost a companion, a provider, or a leader. While there is certainly a time for grieving, taking consideration into filing a wrongful death claim should be thought over if you suspect your loved one was the victim of a wrongful death.

When a person in San Francisco dies as the result of the negligent acts of another, then that victim is said to have had a wrongful death. The surviving family members, or even the estate of the deceased, each have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim. Although each individual can file a claim, families are typically represented as a whole by a single firm or lawyer. Individuals or families pursuing a wrongful death claim seek to recover damages for the following losses:

• Funeral or Burial Costs
  
• Emotional Pain and Suffering
  
• Lost Wages of the Deceased
  
• Lost Benefits of the Deceased
  
• Compensation for the Loss of Leadership, Companionship, and Love

Causation and Negligence

Many things in life can cause the tragic, wrongful death of a loved one. The negligent acts of another or by another entity as a whole (business or corporation) can cause San Francisco wrongful deaths. Negligence is a conduct which is culpable in that it falls short of what a reasonable, responsible person would do to prevent a foreseeable risk to another given the circumstances. Below you'll find a list of several negligent acts that can contribute to a wrongful death. It should be noted that this is just a sampling of various common situations which cause a wrongful death and by no means includes all causes. 

Defective / Harmful Products

Manufacturers of products used as directed, as sold, which are unsafe or do not have proper warnings, which cause the wrongful death of the end user, can be held liable under the strict liability law of defective products.

Automobile / SUV / Truck / Motorcycle Accidents

Auto accidents wherein someone dies as the result of the negligent driving of another can be grounds for a wrongful death claim. Some common negligent driving behaviors are speeding, running stop signs, illegal U-turns, and driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII).

Toxic Chemical Exposure

Being exposed to harmful chemicals, substances, or materials can cause a wrongful death. Cases involving the use of asbestos by companies in the past have recently caught the attention of the media at large. Other chemicals used by manufacturing facilities, semi-conductor companies, or petroleum refinement companies can also cause a wrongful death.

Statute of Limitations

In accordance with California state law, San Francisco wrongful death claims must be filed within 2 years of the date that the death took place. The "discovery rule" applies to this statute as the causation of the death might not be reasonably known until much later. When this is the case, the surviving family members or estate of the deceased must file a case within 1 year of the reasonable discovery of the cause of death. Typically, if a wrongful death is thought to have taken place, it is best to contact an experienced San Francisco wrongful death attorney as soon as possible.

Taking Action

The tragic loss of a loved one's life can create incredible emotional pain and suffering. This emotional pain can last a lifetime. If a loved one or someone close to you has been the victim of a wrongful death, contact one of our concerned, experienced San Francisco wrongful death attorneys today. Here at Alexander Law Group, we have decades of professional experience handling the most complicated of wrongful death cases. Our firm has helped our clients recover millions of dollars in damages for the pain and suffering they have incurred as a result of wrongful deaths. Below you'll find a brief recount of a few of the cases we have won for our clients. 

• $1.2 million recovered for the wrongful death of a man struck by a delivery truck.
  
• $1.3 million recovered for the wrongful death of a 19 year old struck by a car running a stop sign.
  
• $1.7 million recovered for the wrongful death of victims on PSA Flight 1771, which crashed.
  
• $2.3 million recovered for the wrongful death of a husband and father struck by a drunk driver.

* Because all cases are different, these figures do not represent a guarantee of outcome.

The San Francisco wrongful death attorneys at Alexander Law Group will passionately work with you to procure all possible monetary compensation you and your family are entitled to after your loved one has been the victim of a wrongful death. Our goal is to help our clients receive full compensation for their pain and suffering as the result of wrongful deaths. We realize that this is a difficult time for you and know it can be hard to associate a dollar amount to person's life. Rest assured that all aspects of the decedent's life and contributions to your family will be taken into serious consideration and brought forth. This is an area our wrongful death attorneys specialize in. Our results speak for themselves. You can reach one of our San Francisco wrongful death attorneys at 1.888.777.1776. Alternatively, you can reach us by e-mail and we will get back to you promptly.

When our firm accepts cases, we operate on a contingent fee basis. Simply stated, if we don't win your case, you don't pay anything.

After the loss of a loved one due to wrongful death, you need knowledgeable, compassionate attorneys on your side. While you generally have two years to file a claim for wrongful death, sooner is generally better and more successful. We are here to help you through this emotionally charged time. We have the experience needed to succeed. We are here to fight for you and your family.

Please call or contact us today.

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