If a close relative died because of someone else’s carelessness, mistake, or intentional act, you might wonder who can bring a wrongful death lawsuit. California statutes create a cause of action for the decedent’s personal representative or specific individuals to pursue the responsible party for their losses. These lawsuits are sophisticated litigation, but California wrongful…
Can I recover punitive damages in a California wrongful death action? The death of a loved one under any circumstances is heartbreaking, but the loss of a family member due to the negligence of someone else can be all the more tragic. Wrongful death claims can be filed by the relatives of a person killed…
Who is responsible for the death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and 7 others aboard the helicopter flying above Calabasas? News of Kobe Bryant’s death on January 26, 2020, left people around the world in mourning. The 41-year-old basketball legend was flying in a helicopter from John Wayne Airport to Camarillo Airport. Along with Kobe…
