Losing a loved one is an unimaginable pain, and when that loss is the result of someone else’s negligence or wrongful actions, the grief can be overwhelming. If you find yourself grappling with the devastating aftermath of a wrongful death, our law firm is here to offer compassionate support and legal expertise to help you seek justice.
Not only are you grieving, but you may also be unsure of the next steps. How will you pay for medical bills or funeral expenses? What if the deceased was earning a lot of money for your family?
Navigating the legal complexities of a wrongful death case requires experience and expertise. At Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook, we are passionate about obtaining justice on behalf of our clients. Our team of skilled attorneys specializes in wrongful death claims, with a proven track record of success. We will thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s death, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and consulting with experts to build a strong case on your behalf. Let us focus on the legal details so you can focus on healing.
Contact Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook for a free case evaluation today!
Understanding Wrongful Death as a Legal Claim
Wrongful death occurs when an individual’s life is taken due to the negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct of another party. These cases can arise from various situations, including car accidents, workplace accidents, defective products, and more. In such instances, surviving family members may be entitled to seek compensation for their emotional and financial losses.
COMPENSATION IN A WRONGFUL DEATH CASE
The compensation available in a wrongful death case depends on the specific facts of the case. Every case must be evaluated on an individual basis to determine what may be owed; however, compensation may include the following:
- Medical Bills
- Funeral Expenses
- Lost of Income
- Emotional Suffering from the Loss of a Loved One
NOTABLE CASE RESULTS
Over the years, Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook has proven our worth in wrongful death cases. We are proud to have been able to assist the families of the deceased pursue a secure future.
Take a look at the results from several of our cases below:
- $8 Million Recovery. This case involved San Ramon Valley Unified School District and teacher, who the family alleged failed to supervise his students in a swimming class at the time of the victim’s drowning.
- $7.5 Million Recovery. This was recovered for a family of four whose car was hit by a van that had crossed the center divider of highway 101 in Mendocino County.
- $4.6 Million Recovery: This was recovered for family of a Contra Costa Fire District engineer who was one of four killed in a 2007 San Pablo house fire.
- $4.2 Million Recovery: This was recovered after a tragic train crash resulted in the death of a mother of two and a grandmother of one.
- $3.2 Million Recovery: This was recovered after a truck-vs.-pedestrian death of a senior citizen in Alameda County.
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While no amount of money can every make up for the loss of a loved one, it can help the surviving members of the family live without extreme financial anxiety.
LOSING A CHILD TO WRONGFUL DEATH
A child’s death is a parent’s greatest fear and the deepest pain they can ever feel. If a beloved child has died because of the negligent actions of another party, the family needs to know what happened. While the answers are rarely adequate in any wrongful death, this is especially so in the death of a child.
Finding answers can help with the grieving process and the pursuit of justice and compensation. At Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook, our wrongful death attorneys have helped many families understand the cause of the accident that led to the death of a child.
Our legal team works with investigators, pouring over police reports and medical records, talks to eyewitnesses, and consults with our network of experts. We know you need the truth—and you need the responsible party to be held liable for their negligence.
Call (925) 275-5592 to learn more about your legal options. We offer free case evaluations to get you started on your case!
CASES INVOLVING WRONGFUL DEATH OF A CHILD
Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook offers compassionate legal guidance to families who are suffering the loss of a child. We will aggressively pursue every avenue of compensation from the negligent party.
Negligence may have resulted in wrongful death due to:
Although no amount of compensation could begin to cover the loss of a child, the laws are designed to financially help families pay funeral expenses, medical bills, and other expenses related to the child.
PURSUE THE COMPENSATION YOU NEED IN A WRONGFUL DEATH CASE
Since 1979, Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook has recovered more than 50 verdicts and settlements in excess of $1 million. We are always available whenever our clients need us, providing the legal guidance they need to make informed decisions about their futures.
As local attorneys, we provide a personalized standard of legal service to our clients throughout the Bay Area. Learn more about your legal options in a free case evaluation by calling our firm at (925) 275-5592 today! Spanish-speaking services are available.
