Fatal Work Accidents
Attorney in California

Wrongful death claims and death benefits for surviving families. Our experienced attorneys have recovered over $150 million for injured workers and accident victims across California. Free consultation — no fee unless we win.

What You Need to Know About Fatal Work Accidents

If you've suffered a fatal work accidents injury, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, permanent disability, and more. California law protects injured workers, but insurance companies routinely deny or undervalue legitimate claims.

At Nordanyan Law, we specialize in fighting for the maximum compensation our clients deserve. With a 99.9% win rate and over $150 million recovered, we have the experience and track record to handle even the most complex cases.

“Every injured worker deserves the same quality of legal representation as any corporation. That is the principle this firm was built on.”

How We Help

From the moment you contact us, we take over every aspect of your case so you can focus on recovery:

Filing and managing all paperwork and deadlines
Communicating with insurance companies on your behalf
Finding the best doctors for your treatment
Documenting your injuries for maximum compensation
Negotiating settlements or taking your case to trial
Ensuring you receive all benefits you're entitled to

No Fee Unless We Win

We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront and nothing unless we win your case. Our success is directly tied to yours.

Cases We Have Won

$2,245,000
Workers' Compensation
$2,200,000
Workers' Compensation
$1,495,206
Workers' Compensation
$750,000
Personal Injury

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can file a workers' comp death claim in California?+
Surviving dependents — spouse, children, and other relatives who relied on the worker for support — can file a death benefits claim. California Labor Code §§ 4700–4709 set the benefits: $250,000 for one total dependent, $290,000 for two, $320,000 for three or more, plus burial expenses up to $10,000 and ongoing dependency benefits. Partial dependents receive a proportional share. We handle every aspect of the death claim while families grieve.
Can a family file both workers' comp AND a wrongful death lawsuit?+
Yes — when a third party (someone other than the direct employer) caused the fatal accident. Workers' comp death benefits cover the employer's liability; a separate wrongful death lawsuit can pursue negligent contractors, equipment manufacturers, drivers, or property owners. Wrongful death recoveries are not capped and often exceed the comp benefits substantially. Both can be pursued simultaneously.
What if the worker died from a workplace illness, not an accident?+
Occupational illness deaths — heart attack from work stress, cancer from chemical exposure, COVID death from workplace exposure, asbestosis — are all compensable under California workers' comp. Medical-legal causation is more complex than an accident case but we work with occupational medicine specialists, oncologists, and toxicologists to establish the connection between work exposure and death.
Is there a deadline to file a death benefits claim?+
Death benefits claims must be filed within one year of the date of death. For occupational disease deaths, it's one year from when the dependent first knew the work caused the death. Don't wait — surviving family members frequently don't know about workers' comp death benefits until months after the funeral. We file the claim immediately and pursue retroactive benefits where possible.
Will the surviving spouse lose benefits if they remarry?+
Yes, partially. Under California law, a surviving spouse's death benefits terminate upon remarriage, but minor children continue to receive benefits until age 18 (or 19 if still in high school) regardless. Surviving spouses are entitled to a 2-year lump-sum advance of remaining benefits if they remarry before benefits would have otherwise expired. We maximize the lump-sum where appropriate.

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Lead Attorney
David Abrahamian
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What Our Clients Say

“

I had a workers compensation case while working as a motorcycle mechanic, attorney Minas and the rest of his staff were helpful guiding me through the entire process. The pile of paperwork seemed endless. They helped find me Doctors for treatment and got me a nice settlement in the end. Will definitely recommend to others.

Edgar M.
Workers' Compensation
“

I highly recommend Nordanyan Law they are very professional. Katy and Sandra Are very accurate when it comes to communication, they answer your question pretty quickly. They strive to reserve your case quick. Outstanding service I'm very happy with this Law firm.

Ivonne F.
Workers' Compensation
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I'm incredibly grateful to the entire staff at Nordanyan Law firm for their outstanding work on my family's automobile injury case. From the beginning, the attorney David showed compassion, dedication, and professionalism. Thanks to David and the staff for their hard work and expertise that reached a favorable outcome.

Edo M.
Personal Injury — Automobile
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