Wrongful Death AttorneyFresno County
Lost a loved one due to someone's negligence? Get the justice and compensation your family deserves. Crown Law Firm provides compassionate wrongful death representation throughout Fresno, Clovis, Madera, and Central Valley.
Why Choose Crown Law Firm?
Personal attention during your difficult time
You pay nothing until we succeed
Dedicated advocacy for justice
Common Types of Wrongful Death Cases in Fresno County
When negligence causes the loss of life, surviving family members have the right to seek justice and compensation through wrongful death claims.
Fatal car crashes, truck accidents, motorcycle collisions, pedestrian deaths.
- • Drunk or distracted driving deaths
- • Commercial truck collisions
- • Intersection fatalities
- • Hit-and-run accidents
Fatal medical errors and hospital negligence throughout Fresno County.
- • Surgical errors causing death
- • Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
- • Medication errors
- • Birth injuries resulting in death
Fatal workplace accidents due to unsafe conditions or negligence.
- • Construction site deaths
- • Industrial accidents
- • Equipment failures
- • Toxic exposure deaths
Fatal accidents on dangerous or poorly maintained property.
- • Fatal slip and fall accidents
- • Swimming pool drownings
- • Building collapses
- • Inadequate security deaths
Deaths caused by defective or dangerous products.
- • Defective automotive parts
- • Dangerous medications
- • Faulty medical devices
- • Consumer product defects
Deaths resulting from criminal negligence or intentional acts.
- • Assault and battery deaths
- • Negligent security cases
- • Elder abuse fatalities
- • Nursing home neglect
California Wrongful Death Law
Under California Code of Civil Procedure Section 377.60, certain family members can file wrongful death lawsuits when a person dies due to another's negligence or wrongful act.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?
- Surviving spouse or domestic partner
- Children of the deceased
- Parents (if no spouse or children)
- Other financial dependents
You have only 2 years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit in California.
Compensation Available in Wrongful Death Cases
While no amount can replace your loved one, California law allows recovery for both economic and non-economic damages.
- Lost income and future earnings
- Medical expenses before death
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of benefits and pension
- Household services value
- Loss of love and companionship
- Loss of comfort and protection
- Loss of guidance and support
- Pain and suffering (if conscious)
- Loss of consortium for spouse
Meet Your Attorney
Yan E. Shrayberman
Criminal Defense & Family Law Attorney — Fresno, CA
Attorney Introduction Video
Video coming soon — hear directly from Yan Shrayberman about how he fights for his clients.
Every client deserves a fearless advocate who understands what's at stake. I've spent my career making sure the people of Fresno get exactly that — skilled, honest, aggressive representation.
Yan E. Shrayberman
Criminal Defense & Family Law Attorney
Licensed in CA · WA · FL
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Yan E. Shrayberman: Hi, I'm Yan Shrayberman, founder of Crown Law Firm here in Fresno, California. I want to take a few minutes to introduce myself and tell you a little bit about how I approach representing clients — because choosing the right attorney may be the most important decision you make.
I've been a criminal defense and family law attorney for over ten years. I'm licensed in California, Washington, and Florida, and I focus my practice here in Fresno and throughout the Central Valley. I was named a Super Lawyer every year from 2020 through 2026, which I'm proud of — but what matters most to me is what happens in the courtroom and at the negotiating table for my clients.
On the criminal defense side, I handle everything from DUI charges and drug crimes to violent felonies, federal cases, and white-collar matters. Every case is different. A first-time DUI for a college student carries different stakes than a federal firearm charge for someone with a prior record. I take the time to understand exactly where you are, what the government's case looks like, and where the weaknesses are — then I build a strategy around that.
On the family law side, I represent clients in divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, and property division cases. Family law cases are emotionally difficult. I've seen what happens when attorneys fan the flames just to generate more billing hours. That's not how I operate. I fight hard for your interests, but I also give you honest advice about when it makes sense to reach an agreement and when it makes sense to go to court.
One thing I want to be clear about: I'm the attorney who will actually be working on your case. You won't be handed off to a paralegal or a junior associate. When you call our office, you talk to me. When we go to court, I'm there with you.
If you or someone you love has been arrested, charged, or is facing a difficult family law situation, I encourage you to call us right away. The earlier we get involved, the more options we have. Our first consultation is free. You can reach me directly at (559) 779-2315.
I look forward to meeting you and finding out how Crown Law Firm can help protect what matters most to you.
Get Justice for Your Lost Loved One
No family should suffer financial hardship after losing a loved one to someone else's negligence. Let our experienced Fresno wrongful death attorney pursue the damages California law provides for your family.
Compassionate representation • No fees unless we win • Serving Fresno, Clovis, Madera & Central Valley