If you have lost a loved one due to another party’s negligence or wrongdoing, you may be entitled to recover compensation for your damages. At Rosen Injury Law, we understand that no amount of money can adequately compensate for your loss. However, recovering financial compensation can help ease some of the economic burdens caused by your loved one’s untimely death. Let us help you.
We have nearly 20 years of experience protecting the rights of injury victims and their families, and we have a proven record of securing maximum compensation for our clients. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your rights by calling (954) 787-1500 or completing the short form on our contact page.
Why Choose Rosen Injury Law For Your Davie Wrongful Death Case?
- Our Davie injury attorneys have the experience, skills, and resources to help you secure maximum compensation for your Davie wrongful death claim.
- Our compassionate Davie wrongful death lawyers understand that you have suffered a tremendous loss and are grieving. We will handle your case with the dignity and respect it deserves.
- At Rosen Injury Law, we will pay all costs associated with aggressively pursuing your wrongful death claim upfront, and you will pay nothing until we secure compensation for you.
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What Is Wrongful Death In Florida?
A wrongful death is any death caused by another party’s negligence or wrongdoing. Florida’s Wrongful Death Act recognizes that when someone dies as a result of someone else’s fault, their survivors have the right to recover compensation.
A wrongful death civil claim is entirely separate from any criminal proceedings that may arise from the same incident. Criminal charges are not necessary for you to successfully pursue a civil wrongful death claim against someone who caused or contributed to the death of your loved one.
Leading Causes of Wrongful Death in Davie, Florida
Wrongful death claims in Davie arise from a wide range of incidents caused by the negligence or misconduct of others. At Rosen Injury Law, we represent families in wrongful death cases involving:
- Motor vehicle accidents: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, and pedestrian accidents are among the most common causes of wrongful death claims in Broward County. Speeding, distracted driving, impaired driving, reckless lane changes, and failure to yield are just a few of the driver behaviors that can lead to a fatal crash.
- Truck accidents: Commercial trucks and large freight vehicles pose an especially serious threat to other road users. Trucking companies and their drivers are subject to strict federal and state safety regulations, and violations of those regulations, such as fatigued driving, improper cargo loading, or inadequate vehicle maintenance, can cause fatal collisions.
- Medical malpractice: When a physician, surgeon, nurse, hospital, or other healthcare provider fails to meet the accepted standard of care and a patient dies as a result, the family may have grounds for a wrongful death claim based on medical malpractice. Fatal medical errors can include surgical mistakes, anesthesia errors, misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of a serious illness, birth injuries, and medication errors.
- Premises liability injuries: Property owners and businesses have a legal duty to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition. Fatal accidents caused by dangerous conditions can give rise to a wrongful death premises liability claim.
- Workplace accidents: Fatal workplace accidents occur across a wide range of industries, including construction, warehousing, landscaping, and manufacturing. When employers’ or third parties’ actions lead to a worker’s death, the family may be entitled to compensation beyond standard workers’ compensation benefits.
- Defective product injuries: Manufacturers, distributors, and retailers can be held liable for fatal injuries caused by defective or unreasonably dangerous products.
- Nursing home abuse and neglect: When neglect, abuse, or inadequate medical care causes the death of a nursing home resident, the facility and its operators may be held liable in a wrongful death case.
If you believe your loved one’s death was caused entirely or partially by another party’s negligence or wrongdoing, you should immediately consult an experienced Davie wrongful death lawyer to determine whether you have a wrongful death claim.
Who Can Recover Damages in a Davie Wrongful Death Claim?
As outlined in Florida Statutes §768.20, the personal representative of a deceased person can bring a wrongful death claim on behalf of the surviving family members. Under Florida law, the family members who may recover damages in a Davie wrongful death claim include:
- The surviving spouse
- The surviving children
- The parents of a deceased minor
- Other relatives who were financially dependent on the deceased
How Long Do I Have To File a Wrongful Death Claim?
A statute of limitations is a law that establishes a deadline for filing a wrongful death claim. If you miss your filing deadline, you will not be able to recover compensation.
Most wrongful death claims, including those arising from motor vehicle accidents, must be filed within two years. However, there are exceptions.
You should promptly consult an experienced Davie wrongful death lawyer to determine the filing deadline for your specific case.
How Much Does a Davie Wrongful Death Lawyer Charge?
At Rosen Injury Law, our Davie wrongful death lawyer will handle your case on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay nothing up front. We will pay all costs associated with pursuing your claim in advance, and you will only pay when we recover compensation for you. When we recover your compensation, we will retain an agreed-upon percentage of the total compensation for our legal fees.
Why Do I Need a Davie Wrongful Death Lawyer?
Wrongful death claims are complex and emotionally challenging. An experienced Davie wrongful death attorney will handle all aspects of your claim. We will carefully investigate the accident or incident that caused your loved one’s death to identify causation and liability. We will work to uncover, preserve, and collect vital evidence to build your strongest case and work to reach a fair settlement as quickly as possible.
If a fair settlement is not reached, your attorney can take your case to trial to help recover the full value of your claim. Your chances of securing maximum compensation and obtaining justice are much greater if an experienced Davie wrongful death lawyer represents you.
Contact Rosen Injury Law Today
If your loved one died due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, we understand that you have suffered a tremendous loss and are grieving. At Rosen Injury Law, our compassionate Davie wrongful death lawyers have the experience, skills, and resources to help you secure maximum compensation to help ease the financial burdens caused by your loved one’s death. Call (954) 787-1500 or visit our contact page and schedule a free consultation to discuss your rights.