Riverside Wrongful Death Lawyer

When one party harms another through an act of negligence or illegal misconduct, it can lead to a personal injury case. However, if the victim does not survive, their family would have grounds to pursue a wrongful death case against the defendant. A Riverside wrongful death lawyer is an invaluable asset if you are preparing to file this type of case.

Compassionate Wrongful Death Counsel in Riverside, CA

The Law Office of Michael S. Johnson offers responsive and client-focused legal representation for wrongful death cases in Riverside and surrounding communities of California. Mr. Johnson understands how tragic and frustrating it is to learn that a loved one has died due to another party’s negligence. He can help you pursue accountability and compensation for your family’s unexpected loss.

A successful wrongful death case in Riverside can potentially yield various types of compensation. While it is impossible to assign a monetary value to any person’s life, a substantial case award can help alleviate the economic strain the surviving family feels and provide a sense of closure. The defendant will be held accountable for the harm they have caused, and depending on how they caused the death, they could also face criminal charges.

Some of the most common causes of wrongful deaths in the Riverside area include:

• Motor vehicle accidents. In 2020 alone, more than 470 people were injured or killed in vehicle accidents in Riverside County. Resolving this type of case will require various types of evidence that your attorney can gather for you.
• Workplace accidents. Injuries at work may lead to workers’ compensation claims, and the family of a fatally injured worker may be entitled to death benefits. However, if a specific party, other than the decedent’s employer, is directly responsible for causing the death, the family could also have grounds to file a wrongful death case.
• Criminal acts. Unfortunately, the violent crime rate in California is very high compared to many other states, and each year, many people in Riverside are victimized by violent criminal acts. If your loved one has died in any such manner, the defendant is likely to face severe criminal penalties along with liability for their wrongful death.

While a wrongful death case is a type of personal injury case, there are special rules that apply to these cases in California. Only certain family members are eligible to file these cases, and the damages available are different from what you might expect in a standard personal injury case.

Your Riverside wrongful death lawyer can help you and your family claim compensation for funeral and burial expenses, lost income and lost financial support, damages to the estate of the deceased, and compensation for your pain and suffering. Mr. Johnson can work diligently to uncover every form of compensation you are legally eligible to claim and assist you with resolving your case as efficiently as possible.

You have limited time to build and file a wrongful death case in Riverside. The first steps you take after a family member’s wrongful death are crucial, and Mr. Johnson is ready to provide the compassionate support you need in this difficult situation. Contact The Law Office of Michael S. Johnson today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Riverside wrongful death lawyer.