Suing the Negligent Party
Whenever a death occurs as a result of the negligence of another, the family members may be entitled to seek compensation by filing a wrongful death claim. Suing the negligent party on behalf of your loved one's estate is difficult, especially still mourning your loss.
It's important to remember that statutes of limitations may have a short window to pursue legal action. Hiring an attorney can take some of the stress off of you and your family members to begin the process before the statute of limitations expire. |
Contact Attorney Andrew Graves to today at (407) 308-0327 for a free case evaluation with no obligation or fill out our consultation form, so we can start working for you in this difficult time.
What are some causes of wrongful death?
Wrongful death occurs when an individual dies as a result of the negligence of another. In order to make a claim for wrongful death, you must show:
1. That the death was caused in whole or in part by the defendant;
2. That the defendant's negligence was the cause of the death;
3. That there is a surviving child, parent, dependent, or beneficiary; and
4. That there are damages from the death. Damages may include: lost wages, lost support, mental pain and suffering, loss of inheritance, and funeral/ burial expenses.
Any number of negligent acts can cause a wrongful death. Most often, a wrongful death is part of a seperate injury. Some examples of injuries/accidents that could cause a wrongful death include:
1. Auto accidents;
2. Slip and falls;
3. Medical malpractice;
4. Assault and battery; and
5. Hit and runs.
1. That the death was caused in whole or in part by the defendant;
2. That the defendant's negligence was the cause of the death;
3. That there is a surviving child, parent, dependent, or beneficiary; and
4. That there are damages from the death. Damages may include: lost wages, lost support, mental pain and suffering, loss of inheritance, and funeral/ burial expenses.
Any number of negligent acts can cause a wrongful death. Most often, a wrongful death is part of a seperate injury. Some examples of injuries/accidents that could cause a wrongful death include:
1. Auto accidents;
2. Slip and falls;
3. Medical malpractice;
4. Assault and battery; and
5. Hit and runs.
Florida Wrongful Death Lawyer
Wrongful death claims in Florida must be filed within two years. Attorney Andrew Graves has the knowledge to determine if a claim exists and obtain a favorable result. Contact Attorney Andrew Graves to today at (407) 308-0327 for a free case evaluation with no obligation or fill out our consultation form so we can start working for you.