Wrongful Death
What these cases are really about.
No case matters more, and none is harder to talk about. California gives spouses, children and certain other family members the right to bring a claim when a death is caused by someone else's negligence — on the road, on a property, or anywhere else.
Like every matter at Sipora & Sons, wrongful death cases are handled by one attorney from the first phone call to the final resolution, on contingency: no attorney's fee unless you recover.
How we handle wrongful death cases
- Who may file, and the strict two-year deadline, explained plainly at the first call
- Economic loss — support, services, benefits — calculated with experts
- Loss of companionship damages presented with dignity
- The survival action for the estate handled alongside the family's claim
Common questions
Wrongful Death questions.
What does it cost to hire you for a wrongful death case?
Nothing up front. These cases are handled on contingency: no attorney's fee unless a recovery is obtained. The consultation itself is free and confidential.
How long do I have to file?
Generally two years in California, but claims against public entities require a government claim within six months, and other exceptions can shorten the window. Call early so no deadline is lost.
What should I do right now?
Get medical care and keep every record, photograph what you can, and do not give the insurance company a recorded statement before talking to a lawyer.
Free case review
Tell us what happened.
The consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation. If there is no claim worth bringing, you will be told that plainly, and if another firm is a better fit for your matter, you will be told that too.
- No fee unless you recover on injury and lemon law matters.
- Direct attorney access from the first call to the last signature.
- Se habla español. Consultations available in Spanish.
- If a deadline is close, call (310) 598-9614 rather than emailing. Some California deadlines are as short as six months.