A Wrongful Death in California claim can be a powerful way for families to seek both financial recovery and justice after an unimaginable loss. At ANTN Law, we understand that what you’re going through isn’t just a legal issue—it’s a deeply personal journey.
Losing someone you love is devastating. When that loss could have been prevented—caused by negligence or carelessness—the pain is often compounded by confusion, anger, and unanswered questions. On top of that emotional weight, many families are suddenly left facing funeral expenses, medical bills, and the loss of critical income.
A California wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit that allows close family members—such as spouses, children, or financial dependents—to seek compensation when someone dies due to another party’s negligence or intentional act.
This might be a fatal car crash caused by a reckless driver, a tragic fall on unsafe property, or a failure in medical care. Regardless of the scenario, the claim helps ensure families are not left to carry the emotional and financial weight alone.
Even in the earliest stages of grief, financial pressure sets in. The types of compensation available in a California wrongful death claim can help address this pressure, including:
As of 2025, California has increased its cap on non-economic damages in medical-related wrongful death cases. Families can now seek up to $550,000, with annual increases planned through 2034, eventually reaching $1 million. This adjustment reflects a growing acknowledgment of the emotional cost families bear.
Grief doesn’t follow a timeline. The loss of a partner, parent, or child can ripple through every part of life—birthdays missed, traditions broken, silence where there was once laughter. Financial compensation cannot heal that pain, but it can ease the pressure to “be strong” and keep going when you’re still trying to breathe through the loss.
Our clients often tell us the claim helped them reclaim a sense of justice. That it allowed them to pause, mourn, and begin to rebuild without the added stress of financial instability.
ANTN Law recently represented the adult children of a woman who died due to medical negligence. She was a grandmother, a caregiver, and the heart of their family. The hospital denied wrongdoing, but we worked with medical experts to uncover what had been overlooked.
Through a California wrongful death claim, we helped the family recover enough to cover her funeral, counseling for her grandchildren, and several years of lost income. More importantly, they gained answers—and peace.
Because we understand you’re not just “filing a claim.” You’re grieving. You’re honoring someone’s memory. And you’re trying to find balance in a world that no longer feels the same.
At ANTN Law, we don’t just handle wrongful death claims—we walk beside families every step of the way. With care. With patience. And with the fierce advocacy needed to ensure your voice is heard and your loss respected.
We’ve helped California families navigate these tragic moments with dignity and real results. We don’t take cases. We take care of people.
Spouses, children, domestic partners, or others who were financially dependent may qualify.
Two years from the date of death in most cases.
You may still be eligible for compensation under California’s comparative fault rule.
Yes. ANTN Law takes wrongful death cases on a contingency basis—you pay nothing unless we win for you.
If you’re considering a California wrongful death claim, know that you’re not alone. We’re here to listen, to support, and to help you take the next step—with clarity, compassion, and care.
Schedule a free consultation with ANTN Law today.
