Item: Edward A Smith Law Offices
Rating: 5
Author: Alex & Dinah M.

Sacramento Wrongful Death Resources

Losing a loved one in a sudden and tragic accident is devastating. When a family member dies unexpectedly as a result of someone else's negligence, you may be struggling with feelings of grief, disbelief, shock, and frustration.

While there is no easy way to overcome the death of a loved one, below are a few things we recommend that you can do to make the grieving process easier for you and your family.

A. Books

Here is a list of some books that have helped clients over the years:

Grief and Loss of a Child: Coping with Grief and Loss, Then Moving Forward

Beyond Tears: Living After Losing a Child

The Worst Loss: How Families Heal from the Death of a Child

Life After the Death of My Son: What I'm Learning

Dancing with God - First Year Thoughts on the Loss of My Daughter

Healing a Spouse's Grieving Heart: 100 Practical Ideas After Your Husband or Wife Dies

Getting to the Other Side of Grief: Overcoming the Loss of a Spouse

The Loss That Is Forever: The Lifelong Impact of the Early Death of a Mother or Father

Wasn't Ready to Say Goodbye: Surviving, Coping, and Healing After the Sudden Death of a Loved One

The Loss of a Life Partner

Recovering From the Loss of a Sibling: When a Brother or Sister Dies

Grieving the Death of a Friend

B. Grief Counselor

It is important for everyone affected by a sudden death to deal with the feelings of grief, loss, and sometimes anger that they experience. Everyone deals with grief in their own way, yet we've found that an experienced grief counselor can help you over the years. Feel free to call our law firm for a recommendation.

C. Guided Imagery

Many of our past clients have recommended reading Belleruth Napartsek's guided imagery CD, A Meditation to Ease Grief.

D. Support Groups

In many cases, it may be helpful to join a support group. Some of the groups in Sacramento County include:

Kaiser Permanente Hospital: 916-486-5300. Grief support groups are ongoing and open to the public in Elk Grove, Roseville, and Sacramento.
Sacramento Mercy General Hospital: 916-453-4552. Ongoing 5-week grief and loss sessions.
Mercy San Juan Hospital Support Group Chaplaincy Services: 916-537-5098. Program for anyone experiencing grief. First and third Wednesdays of each month from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. 6501 Coyle, Carmichael.
Sutter VNA Hospice: 916-388-6215. Bereavement support group for those who have experienced a loss. Alternating Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Sutter Cancer Center, 2800 L St., Sacramento.
UCD Hospice Support Group: 916-734-1139, 6-week support groups offered throughout the year. Call for information and registration.
Compassionate Friends: 916-457-4096. Help and support for parents who have lost a child. Newsletter, telephone support, monthly meetings. Held on the third Friday of each month from 7:00 to 9:30 pm. South Natomas Community Center, 2921 Truxel Rd, Sacramento, 95822. Small groups are available.

Wrongful Death Lawyers in Sacramento

I'm Ed Smith, a Sacramento Wrongful Death Lawyer. Our law firm has been handling wrongful death cases in Sacramento and throughout Northern California since 1982. You can look us up on Yelp, Avvo, and Google or read and listen to testimonials from past clients.

Please have a look at our past settlements and verdicts.

Editor's Note: This page has been updated for accuracy and relevancy [cha 11.29.21]

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"Me and my wife; had a car accident. We were amazed how easy, professional, friendly attorney Ed Smith is along with his staff. Everybody is amazing. Thank you so much, we are very impressed!" Alex & Dinah M.

"Ed Smith and his office team took on a difficult personal injury case on my behalf and for the passenger in my car. Ed is a top- notch attorney. His staff couldn't have been more helpful and kind. No need to look elsewhere. I give Ed Smith my highest recommendation." Beverly

"Ed and Robert have been taking great care of my husband and I for the past 5+ years. They are always there when you have a problem and a quick resolution! Even when the issues have nothing to do with them. They are willing to help ease the pain off your shoulders. They are as good as it gets! Thank you again for everything." Annie T.

"Very professional. Great team, staff and service all around. Mr Smith was very honest, straight forward with his advice. He gives the word "attorney" an honest reputation. I will seek his council anytime, and would recommend him at the drop of a dime." Jeremy M.

"I would highly recommend Ed Smith to any friends or family in need of a personal injury attorney. Ed, and his staff, are very caring on top of being very experienced in this field. The staff always keeps you informed of the status of your case and they are always easy to reach by phone." Shannon D.

"Edward Smith law offices provide competent, thorough, and personable help for victims of personal injury. When you first meet the staff you know you contacted the right office. This law office treats clients like people. I recommend this office to anyone seeking representation regarding personal injury." David M.

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