Wrongful Death

Halkides, Morgan & Kelley has been helping the seriously injured and surviving family members for more than years. Our lawyers are dedicated solely to representing people who have experienced a catastrophic injury or wrongful death of a family member caused by the negligence of others. We are proud to help our clients restore their future. Halkides, Morgan & Kelley has successfully brought cases against major corporations, employers, state agencies, hospitals, doctors, nurses, trucking companies, and other wrongdoers.

At our law firm, you will receive personal attention at every stage of your case. We take each case very seriously and defense counsel, along with the insurance company, takes us seriously. As a client, there is no out-of pocket cost to you. We assume all the financial risk and are paid ONLY if we win your case. Our lawyers are committed to representing you with the dedication, passion, and financial resources necessary to achieve the results you deserve.

How much of a settlement is my family entitled to?

Since each case is unique, the potential settlement amount will depend on a variety of factors. Claims for wrongful death can include compensation for related medical and burial expenses, loss of income, mental anguish, loss of companionship, loss of anticipated future, income, loss of services, loss of family benefits, care and assistance, pain and suffering, general damages, punitive damages, and legal fees.

Can I bring a wrongful death action if the deceased never held a job?

California wrongful death claims often involve children or adults who did not have a steady income. Compensation for loss of companionship, care or other method of family contribution may be requested in the wrongful death lawsuit. The loss of non-monetary contributions, such as the role a stay at home mom or housewife provides, is considered a “pecuniary loss” in a wrongful death action.

What does my lawyer have to prove for my claim to be successful?

Wrongful death lawyers have to show that your loved one’s death resulted from the negligent acts of the defendant and a financial loss occurred as a result of the death, including loss of income, medical and burial expenses, and others.

Who can file a claim for wrongful death?

Immediate family members have the right to bring a wrongful death claim. Our attorneys have represented spouses, children and parents of deceased victims.

What kinds of damages are recoverable in a wrongful death claim?

In California, you may be entitled to claim damages for mental anguish, loss of companionship, loss of income, expected loss of services, protection, care and assistance, death and burial expenses, medical expenses, loss of benefits, pain and suffering, etc.