Only certain individuals have the legal right to file a wrongful death claim in California. Primary Beneficiaries (First in Line to File a Claim) The following individuals have the first right to file a wrongful death lawsuit: If no spouse, domestic partner, or children exist, the lawsuit may be filed by other close relatives. Secondary…

Suffering a dog bite injury can be both physically and financially overwhelming, especially if the dog’s owner does not have insurance to cover medical expenses and damages. In California, strict liability laws hold dog owners responsible for bites, but when there is no homeowner’s or renter’s insurance, victims may need to explore other legal options…

When a person is injured by a dog, the legal claim they file can depend on whether the incident involved a dog bite or a dog attack without biting. While California’s strict liability law automatically holds dog owners responsible for bites, injuries from non-bite attacks may require negligence claims. Understanding the differences between dog bites…