
Fresno Wrongful Death Lawyers
Compassionate Legal Support for Wrongful Death Claims in Fresno County
Losing a loved one in a tragic accident is absolutely devastating and difficult to overcome for a long time. While you need time to grieve with the rest of your family, you are also dealing with the funeral and burial costs that can be worth tens of thousands of dollars. When you experience a wrongful death, a skilled personal injury attorney can help you file a lawsuit against the at-fault party to obtain compensation to cover your loved one’s expenses and pay for the emotional distress you all have suffered.
At Sawl Law Group, our attorneys are committed to helping families get the compensation and justice they deserve. With more than four decades of collective legal experience, we have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of our clients in a variety of personal injury cases, including wrongful death. Let our Fresno wrongful death attorneys protect your rights and best interests throughout the legal process while you and your family grieve in peace.
Have you lost a loved one due to negligence? Call Sawl Law Group today at (559) 205-7757 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with our wrongful death attorneys in Fresno.
Understanding Wrongful Death in California
A wrongful death in California occurs when a person dies because of negligence or a wrongful act caused by another individual or entity. The wrongful death lawsuit is brought to court by the deceased person’s surviving family members or personal representatives of his/her estate.
Eligibility to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in California
The following individuals can file a wrongful death claim in California on behalf of the deceased person:
- Spouse
- Domestic partner
- Children
If none of the parties mentioned above exist, anyone who would be entitled to the deceased person’s property and estate (e.g., parents or siblings) can file a lawsuit. If a parent, stepchild, or “putative” spouse or child had depended on the financial support of the deceased individual prior to his/her death, then these parties may file a wrongful death lawsuit. It is important to note that in California, the statute of limitations for a wrongful death claim must be initiated within two years from the date of death.
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I just wanted to say a few things about Sawl Law Group. I had never needed to hire an attorney before, so I didn’t know what I was doing, or what to expect. When i had just been charged with a DUI; I had a pile of law offices to choose from. The first one that stood out was Sawl Law Group. They were very professional, and welcoming. Claudia made a long drive, just to meet with me face to face, and have a short conversation about my case, and my options. She made me feel confident that I could do much better than I had hoped. Claudia paired me up with Michelle, the attorney that would then, represent me. She took care of all my court dates (after signing a document of course) which was especially helpful with my crazy work schedule. Not only that, but they were able to lower my DUI to a much lesser charge of “Wet Reckless” saving me thousands of dollars, and time. So thank you Sawl Law Group, Claudia, and Michelle. And to anyone else who finds themselves in a bind; I definitely recommend starting here!
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This was the first time I had needed to hire an attorney. I met with 7 different lawyers before I decided. Right away you can see this is a very professional firm. They did everything they said they would, including working things out so I did not have to appear in court. I am very pleased with the service and the way the case was handled. I would and do recommend them to my friends.
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Just wanted to thank the Sawl Law group for a job well done. Corina did a great job and was very helpful. Corina explained the procedure in great detail. She always kept me well informed and always made herself available to me via phone, email and in person. I would highly recommend the Sawl Law group to family and friends if they were ever in need of their services.
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10/10 would recommend Martin, communication was always there, he was the perfect person to work on helping me get through my DUI.- Google Reviews - C.D. Carter
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I highly recommend this firm. They are very busy, so sometimes you may need to be persistent in calling them. BUT they are experienced in accidents cases and fight for what money you deserve. They are honest and inform their clients on what to expect. Their lien doctors are excellent. You get all the medical treatment you need.
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Corina Burchfield walked me step by step through the whole process she is very professional definitely recommend her. She is always responsive and makes you feel like a friend.- Google Review - Brianna M.
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This is by far the most experienced and professional team of lawyers I've had the pleasure of working with. The staff was amazing, polite and very attentive to all my questions and needs regarding my case. Mr. Taleisnik was very reassuring regarding the best possible outcome for my case. While preparing my case I was kept well informed and was consistently and accurately updated with any new information. Had it not been for Sawl Law Group, I would not have been as far as I am today in my military carrier. I highly recommend this professional and well experienced team of attorney's.- James M.
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Our Experience with the Sawl Law Group was only positive. My adult son was in serious trouble and refused to follow our extended family’s advice on how to plea, so as to enable him to get the help we thought he needed. Martin Taleisnik represented us and went above and beyond his call-to-duty on repeatedly meeting with our son and trying to talk sense into him. Because of his familiarity with the D.A.’s and judges, he was able to counsel us as to what to expect and whom to avoid, if possible.
All we were concerned about was that my son would get a fair hearing and not be swept aside by the court process. During one court appearance, Mr. Taleisnik was in the judge’s chambers for over 20 minutes, presenting the mitigating factors in my son’s case. At the sentencing hearing, Mr. Taleisnik gave an impassioned speech to the judge which persuaded the judge to give my son probation. During that speech, a female sitting behind us in court tapped us on the shoulder and told us that she was impressed by our attorney.
Regarding the fee. We were quoted a reasonable global fee that would cover anything that would transpire, short of a trial. My son’s case was continued almost monthly for 6 months, due to his co-defendant and other court procedures. Mr. Taleisnik was always there, on time, and would speak to us afterward in the hall, at length, about what the proceedings meant and what the next step was.
I highly recommend Martin Taleisnik to anyone needing legal representation and would seek him out again, if needed.
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