Are You Eligible To File A Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

According to the National Safety Council, accidents are the leading cause of death among persons aged 38 years or younger. No matter what the exact cause of accidental death may be, wrongful death claims can be made. Such a claim can be decided as wrongful death when an individual has accidentally died from a variety of different accidents: auto/motorcycle/bus/train/truck accidents, prescription drugs, boating accidents, swimming accidents, slip and fall accidents, construction accidents, and mesothelioma are some of the different wrongful death causes. You may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit if you are a member of the victims immediate family (parent, spouse, and children), or a stepparent, grandparent, or dependent. However, for a minor to file they may need an adult guardian to bring the claim to court. The death of a loved one not only causes emotional stress, but financial as well. By filing a wrongful death lawsuit you may be compensated for financial damages from medical and funeral costs, lost benefits, inheritance loss, loss of companionship and support, pain and suffering, lost wages including future earnings, and that of mental anguish caused by a family member's death. If this has happened to you, it is important you seek legal council and advice of an experienced wrongful death attorney so that you and your loved ones rights are protected.

Lederer, Nojima, Tagliaferro & LoPresti, LLP, have the experience in wrongful death lawsuits you need if you would like to file a claim. No matter what type of accident caused the victim's death, you and your family may qualify for financial compensation due to the damaged caused by your tragic loss. Please feel free to contact our office for a consultation. We have many years of experience handing such cases, as well as various other personal injury cases. You may also visit our website to see the other types of cases we handle as well.

Pit Bull Assaults Officer

The LA Times issued an article about the May 7, 2008 assault on officer Vince Hernandez by a vicious pit bull. Officer Hernandez was making a routine house call in Lakewood when he was seriously injured by Rocky, the home owner's 60-pound pit bull. Officer Hernandez was making the house call to take away three of Antoynette Michelle Jenkins's pit bulls in compliance with a city ordinance that places a limitation on the number of dogs allowed per household. Ms. Jenkins granted officer Hernandez permission to enter her backyard to evaluate his plans of constraining the dogs. At first Rocky seemed to be very friendly, but when the four other pit bulls became uneasy he suddenly snarled and attacked officer Hernandez. The assault left Vince Hernandez with flesh wounds on his arms and legs, as well as a broken knuckle. The attack led Ms. Jenkins to turnover all five of her pit bulls to animal control for euthanizing. Officer Vince Hernandez underwent surgery for his injuries sustained to his right hand and arm. He has filed felony charges against the Lakewood pit bull owner. Ms. Jenkins is also being charged on two counts of animal cruelty by Los Angeles prosecutors due to the unhealthy condition of her dogs.

Lederer, Nojima, Tagliaferro & LoPresti, LLP, have experience in dog biting incidents such as this. If you or someone you know has been the victim of a dog biting attack, please contact our office to speak with an attorney. Our firm has experience with cases such as this in addition to other various areas we specialize in. Feel free to visit our website at www.lntlb.com

Fatal Shooting in Inglewood

The LA Times reported about the fatal shooting which occurred on May 11, 2008, in which Inglewood police officers shot three men in a car at a parking lot. Police officers were responding to a shooting in a parking lot near a Rally's Restaurant and mistakenly shot. The officers mistakenly shot a car with three young men, Larry White, Michael Byoune, and Chris Larkin. Unfortunately Michael Byoune was killed, while the other two men were seriously injured. The Daily Breeze has reported that the families of the young men are bringing up a $25 million lawsuit against the city of Inglewood. The community has contributed to an independent investigation to look into the actions of the police officers that fatal Sunday to see if they followed protocol. Investigations are ongoing, but it seems as though police mistakenly shot at the car because they thought the gunman was in the backseat. The young men probably heard the gunshots and were trying to get to safety, but accidentally crossed paths with the officers who shot at will.

Lederer, Nojima, Tagliaferro & LoPresit, LLP, have the experience in filing lawsuits against various city entities. If you have a claim against a city entity, you must file a claim within six months from the date of injury. If you fail to present a claim within those six months, you have missed the statute to present a claim. Please contact our office to speak with an attorney. We handle various personal injury cases and are successful in securing the highest monetary settlement.