The death of a relative, whatever the circumstance, is a tragedy that marks the family forever. In addition, the pain worsens if said death could have been avoided or occurred due to the negligence, action or omission of third parties. The laws in Burbank, California are clear on the right to file personal injury claims for your deceased family member or wrongful death. The attorneys at our firm have long counseled people who have tragically lost loved ones, whether due to accidents or other circumstances involving third parties. The answer to whether you can file claims for deceased relatives is yes, only you can under certain circumstances. Who can file these types of claims? Under the laws of the state of California, and particularly if you live in Burbank, the following people may file a claim or lawsuit on behalf of a family member who has died as a result of a wrongful death:
Suppose none of the above persons file a personal injury claim on behalf of a loved one. In that case, other members of their family may file a personal injury claim, proving their financial dependence on the deceased person at the time of death. The following people are included:
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