The unexpected loss of a loved one is one of life’s most painful experiences. When that happens because of another person’s negligence or criminal actions, you may have the right to hold the at-fault party accountable through a wrongful death claim.
Although no legal action can replace your loved one, financial compensation can provide financial stability during an incredibly difficult time. Our Boynton Beach wrongful death lawyers can help you and your family understand your options and pursue the justice you deserve.
Our team at GOLDLAW Personal Injury Lawyers has recovered more than $1 billion for Florida victims and their families. Contact us today to set up your free consultation and find out more about how our Boynton Beach personal injury lawyers can help with your case.
What Is a Wrongful Death Claim in Florida?
Florida’s Wrongful Death Act allows certain family members to recover damages when someone dies because of another person’s negligence, recklessness, or wrongful conduct. These claims commonly arise from situations such as:
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Commercial trucking collisions
- Motorcycle and pedestrian accidents
- Medical negligence
- Unsafe premises
- Construction and workplace accidents
- Defective consumer products
- Nursing home abuse or neglect
A wrongful death lawsuit is a civil action that exists independently of any criminal prosecution.
Our Boynton Beach wrongful death attorneys can evaluate the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s passing and explain the legal remedies available to your family.
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Who Can Bring a Wrongful Death Claim?
In the state of Florida, a wrongful death claim must be initiated by the personal representative of the decedent’s estate rather than by individual family members. The personal representative serves as the legal representative for both the estate and the surviving relatives.
If a personal representative has not yet been appointed, the estate will generally need to go through the probate process before a wrongful death lawsuit can proceed. Eligible beneficiaries often include a surviving spouse, children, parents, and, in some cases, other relatives or adoptive siblings.
Our legal team can assist your family with every step of that process, helping establish the necessary legal authority to file the claim and avoid unnecessary delays while protecting your family’s right to pursue compensation.
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Do You Need an Attorney to File a Wrongful Death Claim?
While not legally required, it is usually advantageous to work with a lawyer. After a fatal accident, families are often overwhelmed by grief while simultaneously dealing with insurance companies and funeral expenses. When you work with our firm, we will:
- Conduct a detailed investigation into the cause of the death
- Identify every individual or company that may be legally responsible
- Preserve evidence before it disappears
- Consult with medical, financial, and accident reconstruction experts when appropriate
- Handle negotiations with insurance companies
- Prepare every case for trial if a fair settlement cannot be reached
We handle the legal process so you can focus on your family. We also bill on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t need to pay anything up front when we take your case. We get paid from your award or settlement once we win. You will never get a bill.
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What Compensation Is Available in a Florida Wrongful Death Case?
Each wrongful death claim in Florida is unique because every family experiences loss differently. Florida law allows recovery for both economic and non-economic damages, depending on the relationship between the survivor and the deceased.
Compensation may include:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Medical costs incurred before death
- Loss of financial support and future income
- Loss of household services
- Mental pain and suffering for eligible survivors
- Loss of companionship, protection, and consortium
- Loss of parental guidance and instruction for minor children
- Lost earnings accumulated by the estate
- Loss of prospective net accumulations to the estate in qualifying cases
In situations involving especially reckless or intentional misconduct, punitive damages may also be available. Our wrongful death lawyers in Boynton Beach will calculate the full financial and personal impact of your loss so we can pursue maximum compensation on your family’s behalf.
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How Long Do You Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim?
According to Fla. Stat. § 95.11, you typically need to file wrongful death lawsuits within two years from the date of death. However, certain circumstances can affect this deadline. Missing the filing deadline can permanently prevent your family from recovering compensation.
Claims involving government entities require additional notice procedures and shorter deadlines, whereas medical malpractice cases may involve unique statutory requirements and pre-suit procedures.
Most cases take under a year. Speaking with an attorney as soon as possible allows important evidence to be preserved and helps ensure all legal requirements are satisfied.
Speak With a Boynton Beach Wrongful Death Attorney
The death of a loved one caused by another person’s negligence can leave families facing tremendous hardships. Taking legal action while you are still grieving is difficult, but it may provide accountability and the financial resources your family needs moving forward.
Our Boynton Beach wrongful death attorneys can help you get through this traumatic time. We are prepared to review your case, explain your legal options under Florida law, and pursue the compensation your family deserves.
Our attorneys at GOLDLAW have more than 200 years of combined legal experience advocating for families across South Florida. Contact us today for a free consultation and learn how we can help you seek justice for your loved one. Get GOLDLAW and get the help you need and compensation you deserve.
