Santa Ana Wrongful Death Attorneys

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in California?

Pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure Section 377.60, the following parties may bring a wrongful death claim:

• The deceased’s surviving spouse if they were married at the time of death;
• The deceased’s surviving domestic partner;
• The deceased’s surviving children;
• People who would be entitled to the deceased’s property as if he or she did not have a will;
• The deceased’s putative spouse, the children of the putative spouse, parents, or stepchildren of the deceased;
• A minor that resided with the deceased for 180 days in the deceased’s home and was dependent on him or her for at least half of their support; or
• A personal representative of the deceased.

If you think you have a wrongful death case please do not hesitate to call Razavi Law Group with any questions you may have. We are here to help you and your family receive the justice and compensation you and your family so rightly deserve.

• Damages That May Be Recoverable
• Medical bills incurred by the deceased from the time of the injury to his or her death;
• Burial and funeral costs;
• Financial support the deceased person would have contributed to his or her family;
• The loss of benefits or gifts that would have been given by the deceased to his or her heirs; and
• Compensation for household services the deceased provided.
• You may also receive compensation for intangible losses such as loss of support, love, companionship, etc.