How Much Is My Accident Claim Worth? Factors That Affect Compensation
When a family loses someone to another party’s negligence, the legal process can feel like an unwelcome intrusion on top of an already unbearable loss. Still, understanding how California calculates the value of a wrongful death claim can help families make informed decisions during an incredibly difficult time. What Determines the Value of Your Claim California actually recognizes two related but distinct legal actions after a fatal accident: a wrongful death claim, brought by surviving family members for their own losses, and a survival action, brought on behalf of the deceased’s estate for damages the person could have claimed had […]