Whenever someone dies as the result of another party’s negligent, reckless or unlawful intentional actions, a wrongful death claim may be filed by the victim’s survivors. However, that’s not the only action they can take. “Survival” actions are often pursued in tandem...
A loved one’s death under any circumstance is bound to leave you understandably devastated and heartbroken. Yet, if your loved one’s death was preventable, it is heartbreaking and devastating in a particular way. If your loved one’s recent death is linked to someone...
Losing a spouse in a car accident can be one of the most devastating experiences a person can go through. Not only do you have to cope with the emotional pain, but you also have to figure out how to support your family financially. This can be especially difficult if...
Wrongful death lawsuits can be a powerful source of justice for those struggling with the sudden loss of a family member. California law permits surviving dependent family members to request compensation for the practical consequences of a fatal car crash or other...
It has been more than two years since the tragic helicopter crash that took the lives of Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, and seven others on January 26, 2020. A federal judge here in California recently rejected the request by Los Angeles County to...
The loss of a loved one can be a difficult time, especially if the death was a result of workplace negligence. In such situations, a wrongful death lawsuit can help hold negligent parties accountable and provide some financial relief in what is often a stressful time....
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), around 33,700 people die in motor vehicle traffic accidents each year. When a loved one perishes in a car accident due to another driver’s negligence or a car manufacturer defect, surviving family members...
Losing a beloved member of the family in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence is difficult enough. That tragedy is only compounded when a wrongful death case goes to trial and the defense argues that you are placing too high a value on your...
The lawyers of Bowles & Verna routinely fight for the people of San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose. We are strong advocates for injury victims located throughout the Bay Area, and have helped clients with personal injury and wrongful death claims. Losing a...
The lawyers of Bowles & Verna LLP stand with Bay Area families who have lost loved ones in senseless accidents. These families need the assistance of an experienced wrongful death attorney who can offer strog legal counsel and sound advice when it comes...