It is important to understand the elements of a wrongful death case. Please keep in mind that most individuals do not have the resources or legal experience to handle these cases on their own. Your best chance of successfully recovering maximum compensation for your loss is to speak to a skilled California wrongful death attorney.
The elements of a wrongful death case include:
Proving that the liable party had a certain duty of care owed to the victim.
Showing that the liable party breached that duty of care in some way.
Proving that the breach led to the accident and injuries that caused the death.
Showing that the death resulted in losses to the plaintiffs in the case.