Chris Kreeger explains how long California families have to file a wrongful death claim. The deadline is two years for a claim against a private party but only six months when a government entity is involved. He urges anyone who has lost a loved one to negligence to contact an experienced trial lawyer quickly.
Chris Kreeger on Wrongful Death Filing Deadlines in California
In California, the statute of limitations for filing a wrongful death claim are two years against a private party or six months against a government entity. If your loved one or a family member has been killed through the negligence of another, I recommend you reach out to an experienced trial lawyer as soon as possible.