Florida Wrongful Death Lawyer
Smith, Ball and Bรกez Injury Lawyers help families obtain justice for the death of a loved one
due to someoneโs negligence or wrongful conduct.
Florida Wrongful Death Lawyer
It is devastating when a family member dies because of another personโs negligence or improper conduct. While nothing can bring back a loved one, a wrongful death claim can assist families who suffer heavy financial burdens and immense pain and suffering as a result of the death.
Wrongful death cases are incredibly complicated, which is why you need a seasoned law firm by your side. Smith, Ball and Bรกez has a proven track record of handling wrongful death claims. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you and your family through this difficult and challenging time and obtain the justice you deserve.
Who Can Recover Damages from Wrongful Death Claims?
A personal representative must file the wrongful death claim. A personal representative is someone named in a will or estate plan. If there is no will, the personal representative will be appointed by the probate court. The personal representative files the claim on behalf of certain surviving family members. Depending on the type of case, these members often include:
- The Deceasedโs Spouse
- The Deceasedโs Children and
- Parents of the Decedent.
Sometimes other relatives who depend on the decedent for financial support may be entitled to recover as well. Consult with an attorney to determine if you are eligible to bring a wrongful death claim under Florida law.
Common causes of wrongful death
Smith, Ball and Bรกez Injury Lawyers have represented clients in a variety of wrongful death cases. Wrongful death claims can be filed when a person or companyโs 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 Bรกez 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 doesnโt fit into one of the common categories.
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CASE RESULTS
$40 million
car accidentwrongful death
palm beach county
$8 MILLION
PREMISES LIABILITYSPINE INJURY
PALM BEACH county
$6.5 MILLION
Truck accidentwrongful death
PALM BEACH county
$6 MILLION
car accidentwrongful death
Alachua county
$5 MILLION
Medical Malpracticewrongful death of newborn baby
palm beach county
$4.5 MILLION
truck accidentleg amputation
palm beach county
$4.5 MILLION
Product LiabilityHead & Neck Injuries
Martin COUNTY
$4 MILLION
Bus AccidentLeg Injuries/Surgeries
Hillsborough COUNTY
$3 MILLION
Premises liabilityhead & neck injuries
st.lucie COUNTY
$2.68 MILLION
Medical malpracticefailure to diagnose epidural abscess
palm beach COUNTY
$2.247 MILLION
Motorcycle accidentleg injuries/surgeries
palm beach COUNTY
$2.2 MILLION
Truck accidentneck injury/surgery
martin COUNTY
$2.160 MILLION
Truck accident &premises liability
neck injury/surgery
palm beach COUNTY
$2 MILLION
product liabilitywrongful death
new castle COUNTY
$1.85 MILLION
medical malpracticefailure to diagnose post op ileus lung damage
palm beach COUNTY
$1.75 MILLION
motorcycle accidentfoot & ankle injuries
palm beach COUNTY
$1.5 MILLION
negligent securitytraumatic brain injury
palm beach COUNTY
$1.5 MILLION
car accidentback injury/surgery
st. lucie COUNTY
$1.425 MILLION
motorcycle accidentleg amputation
volusia COUNTY
$1.3 MILLION
automobile accidenthead injury
palm beach county
$1 MILLION
truck accidentleg fracture/surgery
martin county
$1 MILLION
car accidentneck injury/surgery
palm beach county
$900,000
medical malpracticewrongful death failure to diagnose tuberculosis
palm beach county
$900,000
car accidentneck injury/surgery
palm beach county
$800,000
product liabilitybicycle accident - neck, shoulder & head injury
palm beach county
$653,000
Truck Accidentneck injury
palm beach county
$625,000
Truck accidentneck injury
broward county
$500,000
Negligent Securitymultiple stab wounds
broward county
$330,000
car accidentneck injury/surgery
indian river county
$250,000
premises liability dog biteloss of part of ear
Broward county
$225,000
premises liability dog bitefacial scarring to child
palm beach county
$200,000
car accidentneck injury
palm beach county
$196,000
assault and batterypalm beach county
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DAMAGES AND WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIMS
You can recover economic and non-economic damages with a wrongful death claim. The economic damages include medical bills, funeral expenses, lost wages, and the loss of decedentโs support and services. The estate might also be eligible to recover lost earnings or the prospective net accumulations of the estate. Loss of companionship and guidance and pain and suffering are also recoverable in many instances. Talk to a Florida wrongful death attorney to learn more about the potential damages you can receive for the wrongful death of a loved one.
STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS
There are limited time periods or statute of limitations to file a wrongful death claim in Florida. You have two years to file a wrongful death claim in the state of Florida. If you wait longer than two years, your claim will be dismissed because the statute of limitations will have expired.
One of the first things you should do if you think you have a wrongful death claim is consult an attorney. An attorney can investigate the case, gather crucial evidence, hire expert witnesses, identify all responsible parties and timely file your claim. They will also represent you in negotiations and litigation if necessary.