Wrongful Death Attorney for 23 Years
The most heartbreaking cases that David handles are those that involve the sudden and unexpected death of a family member. In his 23 years of practicing law, he has met with many families who are grieving such a painful loss. Here, we ask David to describe one recent case that left a woman without her husband and her children without their father:
In this case, despite the strong resistance of the opposing parties, David was able to win a jury verdict of $5.6 million for the deceased man’s family. The wrongful death damages covered the expenses the family incurred after his death, including funeral costs. It also provided financial support for his family as they looked to a future without his earnings.
If someone else’s negligence, carelessness or recklessness has caused the death of someone in your family, David and the rest of us at the Law Offices of David Azizi are truly sorry for what you are going through. While we are, unfortunately, unable to help with many of the difficult emotional challenges you are facing, we are able to help in one significant way, and that is through the legal process.
Other Cases Our Law Firm Handles
At the Law Offices of David Azizi, we take on cases where loved ones have been harmed. Wrongful death lawsuits may become necessary. We also pursue justice and compensation through related cases like these below. Visit our Practice Areas to learn more.
What a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Covers
If he becomes your attorney, David will take legal action on your behalf to:
- Recover expenses related to your loved one’s passing, such as the sudden costs of purchasing a burial plot and the fees associated with mortuary services
- Obtain financial compensation equivalent to the wages your loved one would have earned over the rest of his or her working years
- Secure funds to pay for additional child care, if necessary
- Gain funds for family counseling to deal with trauma and grief
- Acquire additional financial support to pay for activities that give emotional comfort and relief
- Obtain additional funds to compensate for a lifelong loss of affection, guidance and support from the deceased family member
The legal action David takes as your lawyer would be against the people, companies, organizations and other entities responsible for the accident that claimed your family member’s life. Many of our truck accident cases, for example, call for us to take on the industry giants in order to recover compensation for grieving families. Each case is unique, so settlement amounts vary based on each set of circumstances.
For more of an explanation of what David takes into account when filing a wrongful death suit, read on. Or, go ahead and call us 24/7 at 800-991-5292 to discuss your options. We will quickly connect you with David for a free consultation about your case.
Either way, please be assured that David will fight tooth and nail to win for you every dollar in compensation that you deserve. With a 98-percent success rate, he is unsurpassed in his effectiveness on behalf of his clients. In addition, David is not compensated for his work until you win.
His peers recognize his superlative skills as a wrongful death attorney. Legal services giant Avvo rates him “Superb,” and Expertise.com names him one of the Top 20 Personal Injury Lawyers in Los Angeles. Most recently, the prestigious Super Lawyers organization honored him for the sixth time as one of Southern California’s most effective attorneys.
David is also a genuinely compassionate attorney for his clients. He’s a married father of three young children, so he feels deep sympathy when families are bereaved. He knows, too, that his clients will have questions during the legal process, so he gives each client his cell phone number. His ability to be powerfully effective in court, yet truly concerned for his clients, sets him apart in his profession.
Who Can Bring a Wrongful Death Suit?
During your free consultation with David, he will make sure that you qualify, by law, to have him take this action as your legal representative. According to the State of California, The people who can file a wrongful death lawsuit based on their relationship to the deceased family member, are:
- A spouse or domestic partner
- Children, or under certain circumstances, other dependent minors such as stepchildren
- If there are neither spouse/partner nor children, then parents, brothers or sisters can file
- If there are none of the above, then other relatives may be able to file under special circumstances
To clarify whether you are permitted legally to seek compensation through a wrongful death lawsuit, be sure to discuss the specific details of your situation with David. And be sure to review our page on Who Gets the Money in Wrongful Death Lawsuits.
What Is the Wrongful Death Statute of Limitations?
The statute of limitations for seeking legal redress of a wrongful death is two years in the state of California if the claim is not against a government entity. If the claim is against a government entity, then you only have six months to make a claim.
We know the shock and sadness will seem unbearable at times. You may feel inclined to wait to take legal action because you’re concerned that a lawsuit could become another painful reminder of what you’ve lost. We can only imagine what you’re going through.
From a legal standpoint, we still highly recommend moving as swiftly as you can to seek wrongful death damages. The sooner David gets your case, then the sooner he can investigate and have his team of experts photograph, analyze and reconstruct the accident for the court. Unfortunately, delays have resulted in greater difficulty in collecting evidence from the scene and in fuzzy memories on the part of witnesses.
Similar to Wrongful Death Litigation: Survival Actions
There is also a class of lawsuits known as survival actions. These are similar to wrongful death situations, but these are legal actions taken when your loved one survives the accident, even if it is for a short time. Wrongful death cases, on the other hand, involve incidents in which someone loses his or her life instantly.
David Azizi Can Help in Your Time of Grief
Once more, we want to express our genuine sadness for your loss. David stands ready to help you, just as he has helped other Los Angeles-area families for 25 years. As soon as you are able, we welcome you to call us at 800-991-5292. Any time of day, and any day of the week, we will connect you with David quickly for your free consultation.
More Wrongful Death Resources To Prepare Your Lawsuit
- What Is Wrongful Death?
- Filing a Survival Action Alongside a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
- Collecting Money Damages
- Who Gets the Money?
- How to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
- Auto Accident Wrongful Death
- Navigating Grief
- Insurance Coverage of Wrongful Death
- Evidence and Proving Your Case
- Receiving a Wrongful Death Settlement
- Deadline: Statute of Limitations in Wrongful Death
- Wrongful Death vs Survival Action
- Loss of Consortium
- Punitive damages in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
- Paying Taxes on Wrongful Death Settlements
- How Long Do Wrongful Death Cases Take?
- Calculating Wrongful Death Compensation
- Losing a Pet to a Wrongful Death
- Can I Sue The Hospital for Wrongful Death?
- Can Parents Sue for Death of a Child?
- Can I Sue Veterans Affairs (VA) for Wrongful Death?
Wrongful Death Cases of Interest
“I can honestly say that David Azizi is the best attorney I've ever had. I've had the misfortune of being in a few accidents in my life where I needed an attorney and the Law Offices of David Azizi were definitely the best I've had. I received more money than I expected in my settlement and he was always available for me. David fought for me and won. I highly recommend him! ”
“David Azizi's whole team was amazing. Jason the man who took my case was great! Everyone I came in contact with on the phone was nice, patient and very responsive... I highly recommend them.”
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About The Office & Surrounding Area
Office:
The LA location of Law Offices of David Azizi is conveniently located at 3435 Wilshire Blvd, Suite #1800 in the middle of the thriving Wilshire Center of Los Angeles, California. It can be found off of Wilshire Blvd near Normandie Ave.
Hotels:
If you need to stay overnight in Los Angeles, you’ll find ample hotel accommodations near our office. Suggestions include:
The Line Los Angeles – 3515 Wilshire Blvd
Hotel Normandie LA – 605 Normandie Ave
Best Western Plus LA Mid-Town Hotel – 603 S New Hampshire Ave
Restaurants
The Wilshire district and adjacent Koreatown offer great dining options including: The Boiling Crab, The Halal Guys, and The Backhouse, all within walking distance from our office.
Parking
Parking is available at the Equitable Plaza off the Mariposa Street entrance. Other options exist at the City Center on 6th mall (4-min walk) or with metered street parking on many surrounding streets. Always check posted signs.
Shopping
Options to shop are abundant in LA. Near the office you can visit the City Center on 6th – 3500 W 6th St. The very popular outdoor mall, The Grove, can be found at 189 The Grove Drive and is just four miles from our office.
Banks
Banks near the office include:
Bank of America Financial Center – 3442 Wilshire Blvd
HSBC Bank – 3785 Wilshire Blvd #8
Chase Bank – 3183 Wilshire Blvd Ste 199
Wells Fargo – 3800 Wilshire Blvd Ste 110E
