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Wrongful Death Lawyer in Florida

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A wrongful death lawyer in Florida represents surviving family members and estates when a loved one dies as a result of another party's negligence, including car accidents, truck crashes, slip and fall incidents, and other preventable tragedies. Florida's Wrongful Death Act (Florida Statute 768.16-768.26) governs who may file a claim and what damages surviving family members may recover, including lost financial support, loss of companionship, and funeral and medical expenses. Florida's statute of limitations for wrongful death claims is two years from the date of death. Wrongful death attorneys in Florida serve throughout the state of Florida including all cities and their surrounding communities. My Trial Lawyer handles wrongful death cases with 25 years of combined legal experience on a contingency fee basis.

What Is a Wrongful Death Claim Under Florida Law?

Under Florida's Wrongful Death Act, a wrongful death occurs when a person dies as a direct result of the negligent, reckless, or intentional act of another party. Common causes of wrongful death claims in Florida include fatal car accidents caused by distracted or drunk drivers, commercial truck crashes, pedestrian fatalities at dangerous intersections, fatal slip and fall incidents on negligently maintained property, and Uber and Lyft rideshare accident fatalities. The personal representative of the deceased's estate files the wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the estate and the surviving family members. My Trial Lawyer handles this process from start to finish, guiding families through every legal step while they focus on grieving.

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Who Can Recover in a Florida Wrongful Death Case?

Florida's Wrongful Death Act identifies which surviving family members may recover compensation and for what losses. A surviving spouse may recover for loss of companionship, protection, and the pain and suffering caused by the loss. Minor children of the deceased may recover for lost parental support, companionship, and guidance. Parents of a deceased minor child may recover for mental pain and suffering. Adult children and parents of an adult deceased may recover in limited circumstances depending on whether there is a surviving spouse. The estate may recover medical and funeral expenses, and lost wages and net accumulations the deceased would have earned during their expected lifetime. My Trial Lawyer advises each family on exactly who has standing to file and how any recovery is allocated.

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Proving a Wrongful Death Claim in Florida

A successful wrongful death claim in Florida requires proof that the defendant owed a duty of care to the deceased, that the defendant breached that duty through negligence or recklessness, that the breach directly caused the death, and that measurable damages resulted for the surviving family members and estate. My Trial Lawyer investigates every aspect of the fatal incident, working with accident reconstruction experts, medical professionals, and forensic specialists to establish exactly what happened and who is responsible. The firm preserves physical evidence, secures surveillance footage, obtains electronic data from vehicles, and interviews witnesses promptly so that the case is built on the strongest possible foundation.

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Compassionate Wrongful Death Representation in Florida

No legal outcome can undo the loss of a family member, but holding the responsible party accountable can bring a measure of justice and the financial stability your family needs to move forward. My Trial Lawyer handles wrongful death cases throughout Florida including all cities and their surrounding communities, with compassion for what families are experiencing and determination to achieve a fair outcome. Every wrongful death case is handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning no upfront costs and no fee unless compensation is recovered. Florida's two-year statute of limitations for wrongful death claims runs from the date of death. Call today for a free, confidential consultation.

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