Irvine Wrongful Death Lawyer

Did you lose a family member because of medical malpractice in Irvine, California? No amount of money can undo what happened, but filing a wrongful death claim may be able to provide your family with financial stability and a measure of justice. The Law Office of Dr. Bruce G. Fagel and Associates can help you work toward maximum compensation.

Our Irvine wrongful death lawyers have decades of experience handling medical negligence cases that result in the loss of life. Led by Dr. Bruce G. Fagel, who is both a licensed physician and a practicing attorney, our firm brings a level of medical and legal insight that is unmatched in this field. We’ve recovered billions of dollars for our clients to date and are prepared to fight just as hard for your family.

Call us today at ​​(800) 541-9376 or reach out online to schedule a free consultation. We work on contingency, which means we only receive payment for our work if we win money damages for you.

Why Hire The Law Office of Dr. Bruce G. Fagel and Associates for My Family’s Wrongful Death Case in Irvine, California?

Wrongful death claims based on medical malpractice are among the most complex cases in the legal system. You need to prove not only that a healthcare provider failed to meet the accepted standard of care, but that the failure directly caused your loved one’s death. Building that case takes a legal team that understands both the medicine and the law.

Because Dr. Fagel is a trained physician, our team can evaluate the medical facts of your case in ways that other firms simply cannot. That advantage allows us to identify errors early and go toe-to-toe with hospital defense teams.

Our clients trust us because:

  • We’ve secured numerous eight- and nine-figure recoveries for families across California
  • Dr. Fagel’s medical background gives us a unique edge in evaluating and litigating malpractice cases
  • We have decades of experience taking on hospitals, surgeons, and healthcare systems
  • We prepare every case with the expectation that it may go to trial

Contact our wrongful death attorneys in Irvine, CA, for more information and to set up a completely free initial consultation.

Medical Malpractice Wrongful Death Claims Under California Law

In California, a wrongful death claim can be filed when a person dies as a result of another party’s negligence. When that negligence involves a healthcare provider, the case falls under the state’s medical malpractice laws, which carry specific rules.

One important factor is California’s Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act (MICRA), which caps non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases. Following recent amendments under AB 35, the cap for wrongful death cases is currently set at $650,000 and will increase gradually over time.

Only certain individuals can file a wrongful death lawsuit in California. Under CCP § 377.60, eligible parties include the deceased’s surviving spouse or domestic partner, surviving children, and, if none exist, anyone entitled to the property under California’s intestate succession laws.

Call Today for a Free Consultation With an Irvine Wrongful Death Attorney

Losing a family member to medical malpractice in Irvina, CA, is one of the most difficult experiences imaginable, and the legal process can feel impossible to deal with on top of everything else your family is going through. The Law Office of Dr. Bruce G. Fagel and Associates has spent decades fighting for families in exactly this situation, and we’ve recovered billions of dollars in the process.

If you believe medical malpractice played a role in your loved one’s death, contact our Irvine wrongful death attorneys today at ​​(800) 541-9376 for a free consultation. We’ll be at your side every step of the way.