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Filing a Wrongful Death Claim After a San Diego Construction Site Accident

By Eugene Bruno on September 21, 2025

Construction work is one of the most dangerous professions in California. From heavy machinery to elevated platforms, workers face serious hazards every day.

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California’s 2024 Wrongful Death Law: What Grieving Families Should Know

By Eugene Bruno on July 27, 2025

Losing a loved one is one of life’s most painful experiences. But when that loss occurs because of someone else’s negligence—whether in a car crash, due to medical malpractice, or some other preventable incident—the grief is often accompanied by confusion, anger, and a sense of injustice.

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Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit After a Fatal Car Crash in San Diego

By Eugene Bruno on June 16, 2025

Losing a loved one in a car crash is an unimaginable tragedy. But when the loss was caused by someone else’s negligence—such as a drunk driver or someone speeding recklessly—the pain is magnified by the sense that it could have been prevented.

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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in San Diego?

By Eugene Bruno on March 25, 2025

California law allows surviving family members and certain others to file a wrongful death lawsuit to seek compensation for their loss. But are there limitations on the eligibility of certain family members for filing a wrongful death claim in California?

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Economic and Non-Economic Damages in Wrongful Death Cases

By Eugene Bruno on January 20, 2024

Wrongful death cases are profoundly challenging legal situations, bringing grief and legal complexities to grieving families. Understanding the types of damages involved in such cases is crucial for seeking fair compensation and justice.

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What If the Victim Dies Before Bringing a Lawsuit?

By Aline Miranda on June 9, 2012

When a person dies as a result of a car accident in San Diego, two types of claims can be brought. The person’s family members may bring a wrongful death lawsuit to seek a recovery for the damages that they have suffered, including the loss of love and companionship of their loved one and loss of that person’s income too.

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