Wrongful Death Attorneys in Sacramento County

Yes. If a nursing home or care facility in Sacramento County — including those in Sacramento, Elk Grove, Citrus Heights, Rancho Cordova, or Folsom — failed to meet California's standards of care and your loved one was harmed as a result, you have the right to file a civil lawsuit. California's Health and Safety Code 1430(b) and the EADACPA both provide legal pathways for nursing home negligence claims. Recoverable damages can include medical expenses, pain and suffering, emotional distress, attorney's fees (under EADACPA), and punitive damages in cases of egregious neglect. The statute of limitations is generally two years. Before initiating a claim, be aware that some Sacramento County facilities include arbitration agreements in their admission paperwork — always consult an attorney before signing. Contact Peck Law Corporation for a free consultation.

In Sacramento County, the statute of limitations for a personal injury claim arising from a car accident is two years from the date of the accident under California Code of Civil Procedure Section 335.1. However, if the accident involved a government vehicle, occurred on government property, or was caused by a government employee — for example, on a Sacramento city bus or a state government vehicle — you typically have only six months to file an administrative claim before you can pursue a lawsuit. Missing these deadlines will almost certainly bar you from recovering any compensation, even if negligence is clear. Evidence also disappears quickly — surveillance footage, skid marks, and witness memories all degrade over time. The sooner you contact a Sacramento car accident attorney, the stronger your case will be. Contact Peck Law Corporation today for a free consultation.

Peck Law Corporation handles the full spectrum of elder abuse and nursing home abuse cases for Sacramento County clients. This includes physical abuse by caregivers or nursing home staff, financial exploitation and theft, emotional and psychological abuse, sexual abuse, neglect and abandonment, and wrongful death resulting from inadequate care in a care facility. We also handle cases involving bedsores and pressure ulcers, malnutrition, medication errors, and preventable falls. California's EADACPA provides powerful remedies for all of these case types, including attorney's fees and punitive damages in egregious cases. If you suspect any form of elder abuse in Sacramento County, contact us today for a free consultation — no fees unless we win.

When searching for a personal injury attorney in Sacramento County, start by identifying a firm that focuses specifically on your type of case — whether that is a car accident, elder abuse, nursing home neglect, slip and fall, or wrongful death. A good personal injury attorney in Sacramento will offer a free consultation, take your case on a contingency fee basis, and have a clear track record of results in California personal injury cases. Peck Law Corporation is a statewide firm with deep expertise across all of these practice areas, serving clients in Sacramento, Elk Grove, Citrus Heights, Rancho Cordova, Folsom, and surrounding communities. Our attorneys handle every aspect of your case — from investigation and insurance negotiations through trial if necessary. Contact us today for a free consultation.

To succeed on a wrongful death claim in California, you must prove four core elements: (1) the defendant owed a duty of care to the deceased; (2) the defendant breached that duty through negligent, reckless, or intentional conduct; (3) that breach directly caused or substantially contributed to the death; and (4) surviving family members suffered measurable damages as a result. The types of evidence needed depend on the cause of death. In car accident cases, police reports, toxicology results, and accident reconstruction are often key. In nursing home negligence cases, medical records, facility inspection reports, and expert medical testimony are essential. In all cases, acting quickly to preserve evidence is critical. The wrongful death attorneys at Peck Law Corporation conduct independent investigations and work with leading experts to build the strongest possible case for your family. Contact us for a free consultation.

These are two distinct legal claims that are often filed together but compensate for different losses. A wrongful death claim (under California Code of Civil Procedure §377.60) is brought by surviving family members — such as a spouse, children, or dependents — to recover for the losses they have personally suffered as a result of their loved one's death. This includes lost financial support, loss of companionship, and funeral costs. A survival action (under CCP §377.30) is brought by the deceased's estate and compensates for the harm the deceased themselves suffered before death — including medical expenses incurred prior to death, lost earnings, and pain and suffering. In many cases involving negligence or elder abuse, both types of actions are filed simultaneously to maximize the family's total recovery. Contact Peck Law Corporation to discuss which claims apply in your situation.

California wrongful death law allows surviving family members to seek compensation for both economic and non-economic losses. Economic damages include funeral and burial expenses, the financial support the deceased would have provided over their lifetime, and the monetary value of household services they contributed. Non-economic damages include the loss of the deceased's love, companionship, guidance, and moral support. In cases where elder abuse or nursing home negligence contributed to the death, additional remedies may be available under the Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act, including attorney's fees and punitive damages. The deceased's estate may also bring a concurrent survival action to recover damages for the pain and suffering the victim experienced before death. Contact Peck Law Corporation to understand the full scope of your family's potential recovery.

In California, the statute of limitations for a wrongful death lawsuit is generally two years from the date of the deceased person's death. This deadline applies regardless of when the family discovers that negligence was the cause. In cases where the death was caused by a government employee or on government property, there is typically a shorter window — often six months to file an administrative claim. Missing these deadlines will almost certainly bar your family from recovering any compensation, no matter how strong the case. If your loved one's death involved nursing home negligence or elder abuse, additional statutes under the EADACPA may apply. Contact Peck Law Corporation immediately to ensure your family's rights are protected before the deadline passes.