Law Offices of John Rapillo

If you have lost a loved one as the result of an accident, medical malpractice, or defective product, contact attorney John Rapillo.  Mr. Rapillo has practiced law for over 30 years and is experienced in handling wrongful death claims and catastrophic injury matters.

We Understand Taking Legal Action in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit May be Hard for You

When someone you love is lost in a tragedy due to the actions or negligence of someone else, the pain is immeasurable. And while no amount of money can truly compensate you for the loss of a loved one, the law gives you the right to pursue recovery for expenses and damages in a wrongful death civil lawsuit.

We understand that reliving a tragedy is difficult, and you may not wish to consider your legal options right away. But it is important that you speak with an attorney who has trial experience in wrongful death lawsuits as soon as possible. In California, there are statutes of limitations limiting the amount of time you have to take legal action — after which you forfeit your right to pursue legal justice for any wrong. Also, if your loved one was killed in a truck accident, it is important to understand that trucking companies are permitted to destroy certain records after only six months – records that could be valuable evidence in presenting your case against them.

Witnesses should be interviewed as soon as possible after a tragedy, and it takes time to collect evidence, expert testimony, and to prepare your case. And you may have immediate expenses that cause hardship including medical bills, funeral expenses, and counseling and care expenses for survivors.

Insurance Companies Are Not Your Friends

Insurance companies often try to build a case against the victim and will work hard to try to find a reason why they should not pay on a wrongful death case. If you have been contacted by an insurance company, never accept a settlement without an attorney to represent you. You can count on the fact that insurance companies are businesses – and not advocates for victims – they are not your friend and will seek to pay the least amount possible for your loss. [About Wrongful Death Lawsuits and Damages]

You need an advocate on your side – one who has your best interests at heart. You need an experienced trial lawyer who will prepare your case to go to trial in the event a fair settlement arrangement cannot be reached. Attorney John Rapillo, has the legal experience to prepare your case and get you the best possible outcome.

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If your have suffered the loss of a loved one due to the carelessness or recklessness of someone else, call  attorney John Rapillo for compassionate, yet aggressive and experienced legal representation.

At the Law Offices of John Rapillo, unlike insurance companies, we care about you and what you are going through.  We offer a free legal consultation to help you understand your rights – rights insurance companies will not tell you – and determine if you have the right to compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, loss of consortium, and for other damages resulting from your loss.

Call our Southern California wrongful death law offices now toll free at 800-814-4771; or call our Newport Beach Office at 949-675-5060; Huntington Beach Office: 714-848-4849 or CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT A SIMPLE CASE FORM. In all matters involving accidents it is essential that measures be taken promptly to preserve evidence, investigate the accident in question, and to file a lawsuit prior to the deadline imposed by the statute of limitations. The sooner you call, the sooner we can help you.

Your initial consultation is free of charge, and if we agree to accept your case, we will work on a contingent fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if there is a monetary award or recovery of funds for you. We can advise you if you have a valid claim and if you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries, but a personal injury civil lawsuit must be filed before the statute of limitations expires.

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