Whether you are looking for a wrongful death attorney in Palm Springs, a Palm Desert Wrongful Death lawyer, a San Diego wrongful death attorney or an Orange County Wrongful Death law firm, No attorney or lawyer will work harder on your behalf in California if you have lost a loved one due to the negligence or wrongful act of another, than Attorney Sebastian Gibson.
When the loss of a loved one has just occurred, it is difficult to think about taking action against the wrongful party that has caused your loss. However, when you are ready to discuss your loss, no matter where you are in San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange County, the Palm Springs Desert, or anywhere in California, we’re here for you.
There are few areas of the law as difficult to handle or as emotionally charged as a wrongful death case in California.
California wrongful death attorney Sebastian Gibson has been practicing personal injury and wrongful death law for over 25 years. While many attorneys find this area of law too complex or emotional, Sebastian Gibson has been able to represent his clients with that perfect mix of professionalism and caring that allows his clients to know how much he cares about their well being yet still bring the knowledge and experience to the table when dealing with insurance companies.
The law provides specific rules as to which relatives may bring a wrongful death action. Generally, they are the surviving spouse, and children of the decedent. If none exist, the state determines who are the decedent’s closest heirs. As soon as an heir is found that qualifies under this line of progression, his or her claim will generally cut off the claims of others below them.
The damages in a wrongful death action in California depend much upon the closeness of the relationship as well, and upon the amount of support the relatives were receiving from the decedent.
Damages in a wrongful death action include the loss of love, comfort, affection and support of the decedent, the value of any household services the decedent would have provided in the future and the value of any financial support the claimant would have received from the decedent.
A survival action may also be brought for the economic damages the decedent may have incurred before death.
Finally, a claim for punitive damages may also be brought in certain circumstances which can greatly add to the recovery that can be sought by the claimants.
If you've lost a loved one as the result of the intentional or negligent act of another in California, call wrongful death attorney Sebastian Gibson today for a free consultation. Wrongful death cases are handled by Sebastian Gibson on a contingency basis.
When you suffer the loss of someone you love, you need to grieve. We understand that. When you are ready to talk about what happened, call us.
