Losing a loved one is one of life’s most heart-wrenching experiences. When that loss comes suddenly and unjustly due to someone else’s actions, the pain can feel unbearable. At Banafshe Law Firm, we understand the profound grief you’re facing, and we’re here to help you find a path forward. Who Can Seek Justice? Spouses and domestic partners: Because your future together was stolen. Children: To secure the support and guidance you’ve lost. Parents: For the unthinkable pain of losing a child. Dependents: To protect your financial stability. If you’ve lost a spouse, parent, child or were financially dependent on the deceased, you may have the right to file a claim. Remember, you’re not alone in this. We’re here to guide you every step of the way. Time is of the Essence In California, you have two years from the date of death to file a claim. While taking legal action…

In late February, Los Angeles resident Monique Munoz was killed in a two-car crash near her West Los Angeles home. Munoz was on her way home from work at the UCLA hospital when a 17-year-old driver violently crashed into her, killing her on the scene. While few details have emerged regarding the cause of the accident, the officers who responded to the accident have stated that speed was definitely a major factor in the accident, suggesting that the surviving driver’s recklessness was to blame for the accident. Munoz’s stepfather told KABC they lost their daughter to a “senseless act.” In situations such as this one, Munoz’s family could work with a Los Angeles car accident lawyer to initiate a wrongful death lawsuit. While nothing will bring their daughter back, a wrongful death suit can help alleviate the costs of a funeral and attempt to bring some semblance of compensation for…

While nothing can replace a loved one, a wrongful death suit is one way to get closure after the tragic and sudden loss of a family member at the hands of someone else’s carelessness. California law allows surviving family members to get compensation for any emotional and economic losses suffered after an accident that led to their loved one’s untimely death. However, recovering under a wrongful death suit can be a highly emotional and contentious process, so it’s recommended that you speak with a Los Angeles wrongful death attorney who can navigate the process for you. It’s important to bear in mind that state law requires strict procedures to be followed to recover for your losses, and that these steps can stir up a lot of emotional strife. To prove that a death was wrongful and caused by someone else’s error, the court will require you to establish proof of…