Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death Claims in Southern California

Losing a loved one is painful under any circumstances. When that loss is caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongful conduct, the grief is often compounded by anger, questions, and financial uncertainty. At Petrosian Law, PC, we represent families throughout Southern California who have lost a loved one, handling these deeply personal cases with the care, compassion, and dedication they deserve.

We understand that no legal claim can replace the person you have lost. What a wrongful death claim can do is provide a measure of accountability and financial stability during an unimaginably difficult time.

What Is a Wrongful Death Claim?

A wrongful death claim is a civil action brought when a person dies as a result of another party’s negligence or wrongful act. These claims can arise from many types of incidents, including:

• Car, truck, motorcycle, and pedestrian accidents
• Catastrophic and unsafe premises incidents
• Defective products
• Acts of violence

Under California law, certain family members and others may be entitled to bring a wrongful death claim. Because eligibility depends on the specific circumstances, it is worth discussing your situation with an attorney who can help you understand your options.

Compensation in Wrongful Death Cases

While no amount of compensation can undo your loss, a wrongful death claim can help provide for a family’s future and account for what has been taken from them. Depending on the facts, recoverable damages may include:

• Medical and funeral and burial expenses
• Loss of the financial support the loved one would have provided
• Loss of companionship, care, and guidance
• Loss of household services and contributions

Handling Your Case With Care

We know that pursuing a claim while grieving is not easy. Our role is to carry the legal burden so that your family can focus on healing. That means keeping you informed, handling the details with diligence, and treating your family and your loved one’s memory with respect at every step. You will work directly with an attorney throughout.

Why Petrosian Law

Vick V. Petrosian spent years litigating at some of California’s most notable plaintiff’s firms before founding Petrosian Law, PC. That experience means you get direct access to a litigator who prepares every matter with the seriousness it demands — and who approaches these cases with genuine compassion for the families involved.

We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for your family. Your initial consultation is always free and confidential.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can file a wrongful death claim in California?

California law identifies certain family members and others who may be eligible to bring a wrongful death claim. Eligibility depends on the specific family circumstances, and an attorney can help you understand whether you may be entitled to pursue a claim.

How is a wrongful death claim different from a criminal case?

A wrongful death claim is a civil matter focused on compensation for the family’s losses, and it is separate from any criminal case. A civil claim can proceed independently, whether or not criminal charges were filed and regardless of how a criminal case was resolved.

How much does it cost to speak with an attorney?

Nothing. Your initial consultation is free and confidential, and we work on a contingency fee basis — meaning you pay no attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for your family.

Will pursuing a claim be a painful process for my family?

We do everything we can to ease the burden. Our role is to handle the legal work so your family can focus on grieving and healing, and we approach every step with sensitivity and respect for your loved one’s memory.