Breaking News – Man Found Dead in Apartment Complex Pond

Some of the possible causes of these incidents include the following:

• Potholes, uneven flooring, etc. surrounding the pond (causing victims to trip and fall into the pond)
• Slippery surfaces/floors surrounding the pond (causing victims to slip and fall into the pond)
• No warning signs around the pond
• Poorly lit walkways
• Intoxication (victim might pass out and fall but be unable to get up)
• Medical emergencies

Of course, drowning can be fatal. Even with nonfatal drowning, significant consequences. Potential harm can include acute respiratory distress syndrome, pneumonia, other respiratory injuries, brain damage, and coma, for example. In addition, these incidents can also result in significant mental and emotional harm, including post-traumatic stress disorder, fear, anxiety, depression, panic, etc. Whether the incident was fatal or the victim was left dealing with injuries as a result of a drowning incident, it is important to seek legal assistance as soon as possible.

Yes – you could be eligible to file a lawsuit for the wrongful death of a member of your family at a rental property. All landlords have a duty to keep their rentals in good shape. When hazards arise (as is usual on properties), it is their duty to quickly identify it and address it. This is usually related to hazards like wet floors, slippery surfaces, uneven floors, broken concrete, broken stairs, etc. that can lead to incidents.

But what if the incident is related to an amenity? Some apartment complexes have different amenities, like gyms, computer rooms, and outdoor spaces like trails, ponds, and pools, for example. As long as these amenities are on the property, the landlord is responsible ensuring that they do not pose a risk to tenants and other guests. With ponds, for instance, clearly visible signage (warning signs), a clear separation between the pond and the walkway, a fence, limited access to the area, increased security/surveillance, and more could all lessen the risk of incidents.

If the incident was caused by a hazard or dangerous condition that should have been addressed by the landlord, then the landlord could be liable and could be sued. For more information about the legal options available to you, contact the experts here at our law firm as soon as possible.

If you pursue a wrongful death claim, you could be entitled to compensation. Some of the categories of compensation available for recovery include the following:

• Any medical costs incurred before the victim’s death
• Loss of support (lost income)
• Pain and suffering
• Funeral and burial costs
• Loss of consortium
• Punitive damages
• Legal costs

Here at our law firm, our team is committed to helping claimants recover the maximum compensation available for their claims. We understand that money will not fill the void caused by the death of your loved one. However, we know that getting compensation can help with the financial burden of the death – and it can help you and your family move forward without worrying about bills.

For information about the compensation that you could be eligible to receive if your wrongful death claim is ultimately successful, contact us today.

All claims are subject to a statute of limitations or deadline to sue. In California, wrongful death claims are subject to a two-year statute of limitations. This means that claimants have only two years to file their claims. Although this might seem like more than enough time to pursue a claim, this deadline can pass relatively quickly, so it is important to take action as soon as possible. If you fail to file your claim on time, you could lose your right to sue entirely. For more information about the time that you have to file your claim, contact us today. Our lawyers will make sure that your claim is filed on time.

If you are interested in pursuing a wrongful death claim against a landlord for a death that occurred in the common areas of an apartment complex, our team can help you. Our lawyers are ready to handle your claim and help you get justice for the death of your loved one. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the guidance that they need to fight for their rights and reach a fair recovery. To ensure that we remain as accessible as possible to all, we offer free legal services. These include both free consultations and free second opinions, which allow us to answer questions, address concerns, and essentially provide claimants with all the information necessary to begin or continue their claims. To benefit from our free legal services, contact us today.

Our Zero-Fee Guarantee ensures that our clients will never be required to pay any upfront legal costs for our legal services. In addition, our team works on contingency, meaning that our clients will not be responsible for paying anything unless their claims are successful.

If you are ready to speak with our wrongful death lawyers, contact us today.