4 Killed in a Motorcycle Accident in Orange County

MODJESKA CANYON, Calif., July 8, 2019 — Four people were killed in a crash involving two motorcycles near Modjeska Canyon in Orange County on Sunday, July 8 at about 4:35 pm. The victims included two men and two women, who were all pronounced dead at the scene. According to authorities, the crash happened when the motorcyclist going northbound on Santiago Canyon Road was attempting to pass another vehicle that...

E. Coli outbreak at San Diego County Fair, leaving 1 child dead.

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San Diego, Calif. — A recent E. coli outbreak has left one child dead and three other children infected, suspected to be contracted from the petting zoo at the San Diego County Fair. A 2-year-old boy, Jedidiah King Cabezuela, died on June 24 after being infected with the bacteria during his visit to the fair on June 15. Recently, a fifth child has been reported with symptoms of the...

Collecting Damages in Wrongful Death Cases

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Losing a loved one is devastating in any situation. However, when the death is untimely and caused by the negligent or reckless actions of another party, it can be even harder for the deceased victim’s loved ones. If you have lost a loved one in an accident that was caused by another party, you may be entitled to money damages. Although no amount of monetary compensation will undo the...

Drunk Driver Causes Deadly Wrong-Way Freeway Crash In Riverside

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Early Sunday morning, July 15, 2018, a driver of a red Ford Mustang entered the eastbound 60 Freeway heading westbound before slamming into a black Dodge Caravan near the Main Street exit. Jehan Mapatuna, the passenger in the Caravan was killed. The drivers of both vehicles were seriously injured and taken to the hospital. The driver of the Caravan, Alazar Omari, told ABC 7 that they were heading home...

When a Death Becomes a Wrongful Death

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Death is always heartbreaking. However, in some situations, a death happens because of another person’s wrongdoing or negligence. When a preventable accident happens and someone is killed, the individual who caused the accident can be held responsible. This is called a wrongful death. Under California law, the loved ones of a deceased victim can file a wrongful death lawsuit to hold a person or company legally accountable for causing...

Wrongful Death Frequently Asked Questions

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Dealing with the untimely loss of a loved one can wreak emotional havoc for all family members. During this time, loved ones generally have many questions about what to do, who to turn to, and how to proceed legally if their loved one passed away in an accident. If you lost a loved one due to the negligence of another party, the last thing you may want to think...

Valuing Damages in a Wrongful Death Claim That Involves a Minor

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Prematurely losing a loved one due to the negligent or reckless actions of another individual is devastating. When the loss includes a young child, the emotional pain and suffering can be even greater. While no amount of monetary compensation can undo the loss and bring a loved one back, filing a wrongful death action may provide the closure necessary to deal with the pain. Valuing a Child’s Life One...

Learning About Wrongful Death Damages

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The untimely loss of a loved one can be devastating. The pain and suffering become more painful and long lasting. You will have medical bills, funeral expenses, loss of income, and loss of companionship to worry about. If the death of your loved one was caused by the reckless or negligent actions of another party, you can file a wrongful death claim or lawsuit to recover your damages. What...

The Importance of Protecting Your Future After Losing a Loved One In an Accident

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There may be no event more tragic than the untimely loss of a loved one. This is especially true if you lost a loved one due to another party’s negligence. In addition to the loss of the important role your loved one played in your daily life, you may also experience the tangible loss of his or her contributions to the household. These are all things that can be...

5 Things To Help You Deal With the Untimely Loss of a Loved One

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When you lose a loved one, it can feel like an essential part of you has been torn away, as if the world has come to a screeching halt. All illusions of control and security will easily shatter, leaving you with a sense that things will never return to normal. Unfortunately, they may never will. Depending on how your relationship was with the deceased, you may never stop completely...