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Hani Ganji, experienced Car Accident, Litigation attorney in San Francisco, CA with 31 reviews
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30 Dec, 2024 by Andrew khalilian
Excellent firm to work with. Very knowledgeable, responsive, and professional staff. Highly recommend Small World Immigration!
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18 Aug, 2024 by Charly aldebs
Charles was one of the best attorneys I have ever worked with. First, he promptly responded to all our emails and phone calls himself (unlike other lawyers who might delegate your case to a secretary or assistant). Second, Charles was very knowledgeable about our case. With his help, we were able to obtain our green cards smoothly, without any delays or issues. I highly recommend him for any immigration case because he truly knows how to get the job done!
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02 Apr, 2024 by Florence lesne
Charles Small is the very best! We filed and obtained our green card in a record time (6.5 months). Charles is responsive and takes the time to respond any questions you may have. After two very disappointing experiences with other firms, I was eager to have rigorous answers for our specific case. We also were anxious for our son who was more than 19 at the time we applied. Not only Charles was able to provide top notch advice, but he found legal grounds to ensure our son would also be part of the process. We highly recommend Small World Immigration and Charles Small.
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Craig Michael Peters, experienced Personal Injury, Wrongful Death attorney in San Francisco, CA with 18 reviews
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29 Apr, 2024 by Yuzhang wu
I would like to say thank you to my paralegal, Samantha, who helped me throughout the green card process. She is patient and knowledgeable about the case details. She met with me multiple times before the application and even after the application when I had some questions. She is a really nice person, always thinking from a customer-centric perspective, and is responsible with ownership.
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17 Jan, 2024 by Deepak mohanty
CIP has transferred my H1-B twice - to two different companies. I worked with two different set of teams. Both the transfers happened quickly and smoothly.
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23 May, 2023 by Yinon genud
Had an amazing experience with Dmitri and Vanessa. My case had multiple complications, and the team managed it persistently with expertise until completion (even after they had no obligation to). Thank you so much
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Brendan Holland Browne, experienced Government, Personal Injury attorney in San Francisco, CA with 159 reviews
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03 Jan, 2025 by Diana lee
My experience applying for the K1 visa for my fiancé with Yasrebi Law has been exceptional. Communication with the team was always clear and prompt, and the process of gathering necessary information was thorough. Nicolas Jurado was assigned to our case, and he was fantastic to work with. His communication was excellent, and he ensured we stayed on track, rushing us when necessary. Nicolas closely monitored our case until my fiancé was able to pick up the visa package. We encountered some difficulty when the embassy requested our travel itinerary and port of entry, but both Noushin and Nicolas efficiently handled the situation. I truly appreciate their support throughout the entire K1 visa process. I highly recommend Yasrebi Law to anyone, as I am confident they will be in good hands.
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06 Dec, 2024 by Nazari
Highly recommended, Yasrebi Law is one of the best. I am one of their clients and they got the approval for my spouse visa in two months. They are honest, that is what I like the most. When I was looking for an attorney, I had two cases; one for my spouse and the other one my cousin’s immigration case. I met in person with Mr. Arash Yasrebi, I wanted him to take both cases and he said: he takes my spouse case because he is sure, in return to the fees I pay he will get me that green card but about my cousin’s case he said “No”, due to the nature of the case he cannot be sure of the result. I insisted that he takes my cousin’s case, if no results I don’t blame him. He said he does not want to charge me for something that he cannot promise but he can refer me to people who work on such cases. I had consultation with other attorneys too, and the fees I am paying to Yasrebi Law is almost twice as the others but I like their honesty. They are honest and professional. Thanks to all their staff specially Arash Yasrebi, Noushin Mahdavi, Ali Mahdavy & Nicolas Jurado.
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06 Dec, 2024 by C chan
Arash Yasrebi and his team were very professional in helping us get our citizenship. Although he had a last minute emergency, he made sure that we were taken care of that day of interview and communicated to us right away. We are very blessed to have him helped us in this and highly recommend him to you. JC
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Debra Ann Holiday, experienced Lawsuit / Dispute, Litigation attorney in San Francisco, CA with 81 reviews
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23 Jan, 2025 by Ali goedecke
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06 Dec, 2024 by Pavel d
Angela and her team helped me to push my case with USCIS forward. Her office is very responsive and was in touch with me along the way. I’m really grateful for their service and hope Warren Law Firm will grow to help more people. Strongly recommend!
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Andje Morovich Medina, experienced Car Accident, Personal Injury attorney in San Francisco, CA with 16 reviews
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29 Apr, 2024 by Yuzhang wu
I would like to say thank you to my paralegal, Samantha, who helped me throughout the green card process. She is patient and knowledgeable about the case details. She met with me multiple times before the application and even after the application when I had some questions. She is a really nice person, always thinking from a customer-centric perspective, and is responsible with ownership.
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17 Jan, 2024 by Deepak mohanty
CIP has transferred my H1-B twice - to two different companies. I worked with two different set of teams. Both the transfers happened quickly and smoothly.
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23 May, 2023 by Yinon genud
Had an amazing experience with Dmitri and Vanessa. My case had multiple complications, and the team managed it persistently with expertise until completion (even after they had no obligation to). Thank you so much
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Bryan David Lamb, experienced Car Accident, Personal Injury attorney in San Francisco, CA with 1 reviews
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27 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous
Bryan is an interesting lawyer. He seems awesome then you see how he treats his clients. He will talk down to you, in fact, swear at you. He will blame you for not knowing things and get upset at the very end for major details that he and his partner should have resolved at the beginning; things that effect your ultimate settlement. Also pay very close attention between what he says is the rate and what you sign in your contingency agreement. He says one thing and then takes the bigger chunk at the end with no recourse available to the client. He generally settles or wins so that is the only reason I'll say I'd recommend him. Just be prepared to pay to be disrespected on multiple occasions, be prepared for him not to do his early homework-waiting till the end to realize that particularities needed to be handled when he first takes a case, and be prepared to hear their rate is 'x %' when in reality it is 'y %'. I had more stress from dealing with this attorney in some ways then the actual personal injury I sustained. Anyway, he's a pretty good lawyer with a very abrasive personality. If you can find another pretty good lawyer without these issues, then go for it! Good luck to you all!
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Mandissa Fayola Logan, experienced Car Accident, Medical Malpractice attorney in San Francisco, CA with 4 reviews
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23 Sep, 2021 by Leslie d
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24 Apr, 2019 by Randolph
Jason Wolford is truly the best attourney I've ever worked with. His legal expertise and professionalism went above and beyond my expectations. I am so grateful for his passion, dedication, and professionalism. Thank you so much!
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16 Apr, 2019 by Lisa brewer
Jason Wolford professionally and brilliantly represented my case and made THE difference in the successful outcome as well as took a personal interest in my well-being during the process. I would emphatically recommend Jason Wolford as a powerful, professional and brilliant attorney who produces amazing results in a comfortable courageous atmosphere.
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Timothy G. Tietjen, experienced Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury attorney in San Francisco, CA with 4 reviews
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23 Sep, 2021 by Leslie d
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24 Apr, 2019 by Randolph
Jason Wolford is truly the best attourney I've ever worked with. His legal expertise and professionalism went above and beyond my expectations. I am so grateful for his passion, dedication, and professionalism. Thank you so much!
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16 Apr, 2019 by Lisa brewer
Jason Wolford professionally and brilliantly represented my case and made THE difference in the successful outcome as well as took a personal interest in my well-being during the process. I would emphatically recommend Jason Wolford as a powerful, professional and brilliant attorney who produces amazing results in a comfortable courageous atmosphere.
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Robert Kimball Igleheart, experienced Car Accident, Personal Injury attorney in San Francisco, CA with 4 reviews
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23 Sep, 2021 by Leslie d
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24 Apr, 2019 by Randolph
Jason Wolford is truly the best attourney I've ever worked with. His legal expertise and professionalism went above and beyond my expectations. I am so grateful for his passion, dedication, and professionalism. Thank you so much!
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16 Apr, 2019 by Lisa brewer
Jason Wolford professionally and brilliantly represented my case and made THE difference in the successful outcome as well as took a personal interest in my well-being during the process. I would emphatically recommend Jason Wolford as a powerful, professional and brilliant attorney who produces amazing results in a comfortable courageous atmosphere.
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John Marshall Feder, experienced Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury attorney in San Francisco, CA with 4 reviews
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23 Sep, 2021 by Leslie d
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24 Apr, 2019 by Randolph
Jason Wolford is truly the best attourney I've ever worked with. His legal expertise and professionalism went above and beyond my expectations. I am so grateful for his passion, dedication, and professionalism. Thank you so much!
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16 Apr, 2019 by Lisa brewer
Jason Wolford professionally and brilliantly represented my case and made THE difference in the successful outcome as well as took a personal interest in my well-being during the process. I would emphatically recommend Jason Wolford as a powerful, professional and brilliant attorney who produces amazing results in a comfortable courageous atmosphere.
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Cynthia Bernet Mcguinn, experienced Personal Injury, Wrongful Death attorney in San Francisco, CA with 4 reviews
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23 Sep, 2021 by Leslie d
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24 Apr, 2019 by Randolph
Jason Wolford is truly the best attourney I've ever worked with. His legal expertise and professionalism went above and beyond my expectations. I am so grateful for his passion, dedication, and professionalism. Thank you so much!
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16 Apr, 2019 by Lisa brewer
Jason Wolford professionally and brilliantly represented my case and made THE difference in the successful outcome as well as took a personal interest in my well-being during the process. I would emphatically recommend Jason Wolford as a powerful, professional and brilliant attorney who produces amazing results in a comfortable courageous atmosphere.
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Mark Patrick Iezza, experienced Personal Injury, Wrongful Death attorney in San Francisco, CA with 3 reviews
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23 Sep, 2021 by Leslie d
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05 Oct, 2016 by Stacy
Mark is amazing. He's enthusiastic, kind well mannered and aggressive in helping me with my claim. I highly recommend him and would no doubt hire him again if needed.
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09 Aug, 2016 by Dan
On Halloween night, 2013, I was struck by a car while crossing the street in a crosswalk. I was taken to the hospital by ambulance and diagnosed with a fractured scull and a broken leg. When I returned home 3 weeks later I called Mark Iezza to represent me with the person that had hit me and his insurance company. Mark and I met on Thanksgiving day, and he got right to work. The insurance company told us that the claim was not worth the maximum allowed settlement, so before there meeting to present there official offer, Mark called the head of the claims department (who ho knew) and explained that he had plenty of documented evidence to support a claim for the maximum payment. Soon after, Valentines Day, Mark called me and said that the Insurance company was going to settle for the full amount we were asking for, $3000,000. After The lawyer's fee and medical expenses I received a check for over $181,000 in March of 2014. From the time of the accident till the claim was settled was less than 4 months. The money made sure that I did not suffer financially from this ordeal. I was fortunate to recover fully from this nightmare, and mark was a concerned and zealous advocate throughout.
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Benjamin Robert Winslow, experienced Car Accident, Personal Injury attorney in San Francisco, CA with 0 reviews
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Elizabeth Anne Burns, experienced Business, Real Estate attorney in San Francisco, CA with 0 reviews
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Christopher Saunders Kieliger, experienced Real Estate, Wrongful Death attorney in San Francisco, CA with 0 reviews
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Andrew Levine, experienced Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury attorney in San Francisco, CA with 0 reviews
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What a Wrongful Death Lawyer Can Do for You

A wrongful death lawyer specializes in representing families who have lost a loved one due to the negligent, reckless, or intentional actions of another person or entity. These lawyers help families seek compensation for the emotional and financial losses associated with the untimely death of a loved one, including medical bills, funeral expenses, lost income, loss of companionship, and pain and suffering. Wrongful death claims can arise from various situations, including car accidents, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, and criminal actions.

If you have lost a family member due to someone else’s wrongful actions, a wrongful death lawyer can help you navigate the legal process and pursue justice on behalf of your loved one.

When Should I Hire a Wrongful Death Lawyer?

You should consider hiring a wrongful death lawyer if a loved one has died as a result of someone else’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional harm. Some common reasons to hire a wrongful death lawyer include:

  • Car accidents: If a loved one was killed in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident caused by another driver’s negligence (e.g., reckless driving, DUI, or distracted driving), a lawyer can help you file a wrongful death claim.
  • Medical malpractice: If a loved one died due to medical negligence, such as a misdiagnosis, surgical error, or medication mistake, a wrongful death lawyer can help you pursue compensation from the healthcare provider.
  • Workplace accidents: If your loved one died in a workplace accident or due to unsafe working conditions, you may be entitled to compensation from the employer or third parties responsible for the unsafe conditions.
  • Defective products: If a defective product caused your loved one’s death, a lawyer can help you file a wrongful death claim against the manufacturer or distributor of the product.
  • Criminal actions: If your loved one was the victim of a criminal act, such as homicide or assault, a wrongful death lawyer can help you pursue a civil claim for damages, even if a criminal case is also ongoing.
  • Nursing home negligence: If an elderly loved one died due to neglect or abuse in a nursing home, a lawyer can help you hold the facility accountable for their wrongful actions.

Hiring a wrongful death lawyer soon after the incident ensures that important evidence is preserved and that you can meet any legal deadlines for filing a claim.

What Does a Wrongful Death Lawyer Do?

A wrongful death lawyer provides a wide range of services to help families navigate the legal complexities of a wrongful death claim and seek compensation for their losses. Their responsibilities often include:

  • Investigating the death: Conducting a thorough investigation of the circumstances leading to your loved one’s death, gathering evidence such as medical records, accident reports, and witness statements.
  • Establishing liability: Identifying who is legally responsible for your loved one’s death, whether it’s an individual, company, or government entity, and building a case showing how their negligence or wrongful actions caused the death.
  • Calculating damages: Helping you determine the full extent of your financial and emotional losses, including funeral expenses, medical bills, lost income, loss of companionship, and pain and suffering.
  • Filing a wrongful death claim: Preparing and filing the necessary legal documents to initiate a wrongful death lawsuit within the statute of limitations in your state.
  • Negotiating settlements: Working with the responsible party’s insurance company or legal team to negotiate a fair settlement for your losses.
  • Representing you in court: If a settlement cannot be reached, representing you in court by presenting evidence and making legal arguments to support your case.
  • Handling legal deadlines: Ensuring that all legal filings are completed within the deadlines set by your state’s statute of limitations for wrongful death cases.

How Are Wrongful Death Lawyers Paid?

Wrongful death lawyers typically work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they win or settle the case. Here’s how it generally works:

  • Contingency fee: The lawyer’s fee is usually a percentage of the total settlement or damages awarded, typically ranging from 25% to 40%. You won’t have to pay any upfront fees, and the lawyer only gets paid if they successfully recover compensation for you.
  • No fee if no recovery: If the lawyer does not win or settle your case, you generally won’t owe them any legal fees.
  • Case expenses: In addition to the contingency fee, you may also be responsible for reimbursing the lawyer for case-related expenses, such as court costs, expert witness fees, and investigation costs. These expenses are typically deducted from the settlement or award.

It’s essential to discuss the fee structure with your lawyer during the initial consultation to ensure you understand how much you will owe if your case is successful.

How Much Does a Wrongful Death Lawyer Cost?

The cost of hiring a wrongful death lawyer is usually based on a contingency fee structure, meaning you only pay if the lawyer recovers compensation for you. General cost estimates include:

  • Contingency fee percentage: Most wrongful death lawyers charge between 25% and 40% of the total settlement or court award. For example, if you receive a $500,000 settlement and the lawyer’s fee is 33%, the lawyer would receive $165,000, and you would keep the remaining $335,000.
  • Case expenses: In addition to the lawyer’s fee, expenses such as court costs, expert witness fees, and investigation costs may be deducted from the settlement or award. These expenses can range from $5,000 to $50,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the case.

Make sure to ask your lawyer for a clear explanation of their fees and case-related expenses before proceeding with your wrongful death claim.

Top Questions to Ask a Wrongful Death Lawyer

Before hiring a wrongful death lawyer, it’s important to ask the right questions to ensure they have the experience and resources to handle your case. Key questions to ask include:

  1. What experience do you have with wrongful death cases?
    Ensure the lawyer has successfully handled cases similar to yours, whether it’s medical malpractice, car accidents, or workplace deaths.
  2. How do you charge for your services?
    Clarify the lawyer’s contingency fee percentage and any additional costs, such as case expenses, that you may be responsible for.
  3. What is the likelihood of success in my case?
    Ask the lawyer for an honest assessment of your case and any potential challenges that could affect the outcome.
  4. How long will the process take?
    Wrongful death cases can take time to resolve, so ask how long the lawyer expects the process to last, from filing the claim to reaching a settlement or going to trial.
  5. Will you handle my case personally?
    In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may handle parts of the case. Make sure you know who will be managing your case and representing you in court.
  6. What types of damages can I recover?
    Ask the lawyer to explain the types of compensation you may be entitled to, such as medical bills, funeral expenses, loss of income, and emotional suffering.

How to Check the Credibility of a Wrongful Death Lawyer

To ensure you are hiring a reputable wrongful death lawyer, take the following steps to verify their credentials and track record:

  • Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association to confirm that the lawyer is licensed to practice and has no history of disciplinary actions.
  • Look for wrongful death experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in wrongful death cases and have successfully handled cases like yours.
  • Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for client reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients have said about the lawyer’s professionalism and success rate.
  • Ask for references: A reputable lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have worked with them on wrongful death cases.
  • Check for certifications or memberships: Membership in organizations like the American Association for Justice (AAJ) or local bar associations can indicate the lawyer’s dedication to wrongful death and personal injury law.

What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?

To get the most out of your first consultation with a wrongful death lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:

  • Death certificate: Bring a copy of your loved one’s death certificate, as this is a key document in wrongful death cases.
  • Medical records: If applicable, bring your loved one’s medical records, autopsy reports, or any documentation of their medical care leading up to their death.
  • Accident or incident reports: If the wrongful death resulted from an accident, bring any police reports, accident reports, or workplace incident reports.
  • Financial records: Provide documentation of your loved one’s income, benefits, and financial contributions to the family to help calculate economic damages.
  • Correspondence: Bring any communication you’ve had with the responsible party, their insurance company, or legal representatives.
  • List of questions: Prepare a list of questions for the lawyer about the legal process, potential outcomes, and fees.
  • Timeline of events: Be ready to provide a clear timeline of the events leading up to and following your loved one’s death.

By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer assess your case more effectively and provide the best possible legal advice.

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