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Chain | Cohn | Clark is a personal injury law firm—so nearly everyone we meet is going through something. But nothing quite compares to the loss of a spouse, child, or parent—a life cut short by senseless, avoidable negligence.
A drunk driver losing control. A sheriff’s deputy driving recklessly. A loved one neglected in a facility you trusted. Safety precautions brushed off at work.
No amount of compensation can replace the love, companionship, or guidance of a family member who’s been taken from you. A wrongful death claim can fill in gaps in your finances or help pay for child care. But the driving force behind most wrongful death cases is accountability—a desire to make those at fault take responsibility.
And in doing so, we hope for change:
And maybe another family won’t have to feel what you’re feeling right now.
Our law firm has handled many high-profile wrongful death lawsuits, helping grieving families receive compensation for their loss, hold negligent parties accountable, and begin to heal.
Your loved one deserves justice.
To ensure that justice is within everyone’s reach, we offer new clients a free consultation—and we don’t charge any fees up front. You don’t pay anything unless we reach a settlement or win a verdict on your behalf.
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We can tell you what it’s like to have Chain | Cohn | Clark’s attorneys representing you in a wrongful death lawsuit. But the best people to tell you about our law firm are those we’ve already helped.
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Chain | Cohn | Clark has obtained more multimillion-dollar case outcomes than any other Kern County law firm. Overall, we’ve brought in almost a billion dollars in compensation for our clients.
Our wrongful death case results include:
Chain | Cohn | Clark is Kern County’s leading personal injury and workers’ compensation law firm. That means we can handle wrongful death claims that fall under many different personal injury practice areas, including:
Wrongful death lawsuits are complex. You don’t need any additional complications in your life while you’re grieving (and perhaps coping with financial stress).
Chain | Cohn | Clark is a local law firm. Most of our lawyers are Bakersfield or Kern County natives. We’re plugged into our community, and we care about what happens here. That means we care about what happened to you, too.
Here’s what you can expect when you work with our attorneys:
If you lost a family member due to someone’s carelessness or negligence and are considering a wrongful death claim, contact us today for a free consultation.
What is a wrongful death lawsuit?
A wrongful death is when a person dies because of someone’s deliberate or negligent actions. It’s not a death by natural causes—it’s a preventable death that occurs because of someone’s irresponsible or illegal actions.
A wrongful death lawsuit is a civil legal proceeding to recover financial damages. Many wrongful death cases also involve criminal charges, which are handled separately.
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit?
The California Code of Civil Procedure provides a very specific list of people who can file a wrongful death action. In most cases, those who file suit are relatives of the victim: a spouse, parents, children, or grandchildren. Depending on various circumstances, a few other parties can also file. If you’re not sure if you’re eligible to file a wrongful death suit, contact us.
How long do I have to file a wrongful death lawsuit?
In general, the time limit (statute of limitations) on filing a wrongful death lawsuit is two years from the date of death. However, if your family member died because of medical malpractice, you only have one year to file. And if your suit is against a government entity, you may need to file within six months of the date of death.
The best way to ensure that you take action within the statute of limitations is to contact a wrongful death lawyer as soon as possible.
What kind of compensation is available in a wrongful death case?
In wrongful death litigation, you may receive two types of damages:
How much is my wrongful death case worth?
We can’t tell you exactly how much compensation you’ll receive. There are many variables involved. For example, compensation may be different for a couple who lost a child versus a husband who lost a wife. Another factor is the age of the victim.
The best way to learn more about the potential value of your case is to contact a wrongful death lawyer.
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