Smith, Ball and Báez Injury Lawyers have represented clients in a variety of wrongful death cases. Wrongful death claims can be filed when a person or company’s negligence or wrongful acts lead to the death of another.

While there are a variety of case types, they generally fall into one of several categories. First and foremost, different types of vehicle accidents often result in immediate death or catastrophic injuries where the victims succumb to their injuries following the crash. Automobile, truck, motorcycle and bicycle accidents top this list. While the driver of the vehicle is often at fault for the wrongful death, the owner of the vehicle, the manufacturer or the trucking company may be responsible as well. Our team at Smith, Ball and Báez Injury Lawyers fully investigates these claims to identify all responsible parties and potential causes of action.

Medical malpractice and nursing home negligence are another tragic cause of wrongful deaths in Florida. These include birth injuries that result in the death of the child, failure to diagnose serious health problems that result in death, nursing home neglect, as well as surgical or medication errors.

Premises accidents can also result in wrongful death claims. Property owners who fail to remove dangerous hazards put people at risk. Finally, the manufacturers of defective products can often be held liable if their products cause the death of consumers.

These are just some of the common categories. If your loved one is a victim of wrongful death, you can file a claim in many instances, even if the suit doesn’t fit into one of the common categories.