Wrongful Death
Wrongful Death Cases Demand Expertise
Instances of wrongful death can prove to be devastating for those involved.
If an individual or company acts recklessly or negligently, and those actions have led to a death in your family, you will want to consult with an attorney who specializes in handling cases such as yours. The sooner a lawyer can begin collecting evidence to prove that your loved one’s death was the fault of another, the sooner you and your family can begin to heal.
Under Florida law, wrongful death claims typically are made for pain and suffering, loss of companionship and the value of lost support. In addition, the state generally allows claims for damages incurred when the injury occurred to the point of death, plus interest, in addition to projected future earnings.
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Wrongful death cases are delicate and should be handled by an attorney with the proper experience. Contact our legal team for a free consultation if you feel a loved one was the victim in a wrongful death scenario:
Wrongful death law, as it pertains to personal injury, deals with situations where someone's death is caused by the negligence, recklessness, or intentional act of another person or entity. When someone dies as a result of such actions, their surviving family members or the estate may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim or lawsuit to seek compensation.
The specifics of wrongful death laws can vary, as they are typically governed by state statutes. However, here are some common elements that may be present in wrongful death claims:
Duty of Care: The defendant (the person or entity being sued) must have owed a duty of care to the deceased person.
Breach of Duty: The defendant must have breached the duty of care, meaning they failed to act reasonably or responsibly in fulfilling their duty.
Causation: It must be shown that the defendant's breach of duty directly caused or contributed to the individual’s death. This requires establishing a causal link between the defendant's actions or negligence and the fatal injury.
Death of the Individual: The person must have died as a result of the defendant's actions or negligence. If the individual initially survived but later succumbed to their injuries, it may still be considered a wrongful death case.
Damages: The surviving family members or the estate must have suffered some form of damages as a result of the death. This can include economic damages, such as medical expenses, funeral costs, loss of financial support, and non-economic damages like loss of companionship, and pain and suffering.