Losing a loved one due to another party’s negligence or wrongdoing can be devastating. At Rosen Injury Law, we know that you are grieving, and we understand that money could never compensate for your loss.
However, seeking damages can help provide a sense of justice and help ease some of the monetary burdens caused by the death of your loved one.
Our compassionate Coral Springs personal injury lawyer will support you through this challenging time. We will protect your rights and fight to recover the full compensation you are entitled to.
Call (954) 787-1500 or visit our contact page and schedule a free consultation to discuss your options.
The Rosen Injury Law Difference
- We understand that losing a loved one because of another party’s negligence or wrongdoing is agonizing, and we want to guide you through this dark time and help you get the justice and compensation you are entitled to.
- We only practice personal injury law. We know the Florida wrongful death laws inside and out and have been protecting Florida personal injury victims for nearly twenty years.
- Our Coral Springs wrongful death lawyers have a proven record of recovering maximum client compensation, having secured over $125 million in client compensation.
- We treat every client with the dignity and respect they deserve.
Florida Wrongful Death Laws
A wrongful death is caused by another party’s negligent or wrongful action. Florida law gives the survivors of a wrongful death victim the right to file a wrongful death claim to recover financial compensation for their damages.
In some wrongful deaths, criminal charges may also be filed against the wrongdoer. However, the criminal case is separate and distinct from the wrongful death claim.
Florida Statutes §768.18 gives the right to file a wrongful death action to the decedent’s spouse, children, and parents. Other family members may also be entitled to claim compensation if they were financially dependent on the decedent.
If you believe you may have the right to recover compensation for a loved one’s death, you should promptly consult an experienced Coral Springs wrongful death lawyer.
How Wrongful Death Happens
Any negligent or wrongful conduct that results in a death could give rise to the right to file a wrongful death claim. However, most Coral Springs wrongful death claims are caused by:
- Car accidents.
- Truck accidents.
- Motorcycle accidents.
- Boating and other water sports accidents.
- Aviation accidents.
- Bicycling accidents
- Pedestrian accidents.
- Medical malpractice.
- Nursing home neglect and abuse.
- Product liability due to dangerous or defective products.
- Premises liability, such as a slip and fall or drowning accident.
- Workplace accidents.
- Violent acts, including domestic abuse.
Some causes of wrongful death may also give rise to criminal charges. However, your wrongful death claim is entirely distinct from any criminal charges that may or may not be filed by the state.
Workplace Wrongful Death Claims
While workers’ compensation provides compensation for most employees hurt or killed on the job, the amount you can recover from workers’ compensation insurance can be woefully inadequate.
You cannot usually file suit against your employer. However, if a third party contributed to your loved one’s accident while on the job, you may still be able to file a wrongful death claim. Third parties who may be liable for the death include:
- Contractors on the job site.
- Suppliers, distributors, and sales persons on the job site.
- The owner of the property, if different from your employer.
- The manufacturer or seller of a dangerous or defective product or equipment.
- Another driver, whether on or off the premises, if your loved one was acting in their employment capacity at the time the accident occurred.
- Anyone who acted intentionally to harm your loved one.
Do not assume that your only option is a workers’ compensation claim. In many cases, you may be entitled to file a wrongful death claim in addition to a workers’ compensation claim.
Compensation Recoverable in a Coral Springs Wrongful Death Claim
The types of damages recoverable in a Florida wrongful death action are outlined in Florida Statute §768.21 and include:
- Loss of the decedent’s support and services
- Loss of the deceased’s earnings
- Loss of companionship
- Mental pain and suffering
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Medical expenses and costs incurred by the accident but before the decedent’s death
The type and amount of compensation you can recover depend on several factors, including your relationship and financial dependence on the decedent.
How a Coral Springs Wrongful Death Lawyer Can Help You Recover Maximum Compensation
Wrongful death claims are challenging and emotionally draining for family members. You deserve to be able to grieve your loved one and allow an experienced Coral Springs wrongful death lawyer to handle your legal claim.
Your lawyer can investigate the accident or incident that caused your loved one’s death to identify all possible causes and ensure all at-fault parties are identified and held accountable. They can take quick legal action to preserve evidence before it can be destroyed or lost, and can conduct formal discovery to uncover evidence needed to build your strongest case.
Your Coral Springs wrongful death lawyer can help establish and accurately value your damages so you know what a fair settlement of your claim would be and can negotiate to reach a fair settlement as quickly as possible. When a fair settlement cannot be reached, they can take your case to trial to help secure the compensation you are entitled to.
An experienced Coral Springs wrongful death lawyer representing you will give you the best chance of recovering maximum compensation for your damages.
Schedule a Free Consultation With a Coral Springs Wrongful Death Lawyer
If you have lost a loved one due to another party’s negligence or wrongdoing, you may have the right to file a wrongful death claim to recover damages.
While money can never compensate for your loss, it can help ease some burdens caused by your loved one’s death. At Rosen Injury Law, we understand that you are grieving, and we want to help guide you through this challenging time. We will handle your claim with dignity and respect while working diligently to recover maximum compensation for you. Call (954) 787-1500 or visit our contact page and schedule a free consultation to discuss your claim.