Wrongful Death

If your family has suffered the wrongful death of a loved one due to medical malpractice, you may have cause to bring a wrongful death lawsuit.  Wrongful death lawyers Dr. Bruce Fagel and a  team of highly skilled attorneys have successfully represented many families who have tragically lost someone they love and helped them receive compensation for their loss. 

If you have any questions about a possible wrongful death lawsuit, we urge you to call our office at (800) 541-9376. At the Law Offices of Dr. Bruce Fagel & Associates, you will meet sympathetic and caring professionals who understand that the impact that a wrongful death can have on the family and loved ones.

Wrongful death is the legal term used to describe a death that takes place as a direct result of the action or lack of action (neglect) of another person.  A wrongful death action is brought to protect the surviving dependents by obtaining compensation for both the economic and non-economic losses caused by the wrongful death.

Because of our extensive experience with wrongful death lawsuits, we understand the emotional devastation brought by the tragic and untimely loss of a loved one.  We consider our representation in these types of cases particularly important because of the impact that our work has on the family.  We are known and respected by judges and our opponents as thorough and relentless lawyers who work hard for our clients.

In addition to the liability aspect of a wrongful death case, the financial side must be properly prepared and presented.  The Law Offices of Dr. Bruce Fagel & Associates works closely with a group of outstanding financial experts including CPAs, forensic economists and others, to help ensure that our clients are compensated correctly. 

California laws regarding wrongful death cases are complex, and families need to rely on an experienced attorney to address many different areas.  There is a strict statute of limitations in California for wrongful death cases, so it is important that you contact wrongful death lawyer Dr. Bruce Fagel as soon as possible in order to protect and preserve your rights to bring a lawsuit.  Call us at (800) 541-9376 to learn how we can help you and your family.

Click here to watch a brief introductory video regarding wrongful deaths lawsuits and featuring Dr. Bruce G. Fagel. Additionally, watch part I, part II and part III of a local news story in which Dr. Fagel is interviewed regarding the tragic circumstances surrounding the wrongful death of college basketball player Hank Gathers.