When someone passes away unnecessarily, a wrongful death lawsuit is the best way to hold all negligent parties accountable for their actions. Work with a Tallahassee wrongful death lawyer to hold all liable parties accountable for the loss of your loved one. Call Ben Crump Law, PLLC today at (844) 777-4453.
About Wrongful Death Lawsuits in Florida
In the Florida Statute Section § 768.21 stipulates who may recover damages through a wrongful death lawsuit. Generally, the law allows for the filing of a wrongful death lawsuit to be made on behalf of a single representative of the deceased’s estate, with benefits paid out to “each survivor” for the “loss of support and services from the date of death and reduced to the present value.”
In addition, the Florida Wrongful Death Act stipulates that “the surviving spouse” can recover losses from mental pain and loss of companionship, and “minor children of the decedent” can recover losses from lost “parental companionship, instruction, and guidance and for mental pain and suffering.”
Wrongful death lawsuits seek compensation for the emotional suffering and loss of companionship first, along with sudden costs like funerals, lost earnings from the person who passed away, and more. However, Florida law prohibits adult children over the age of 25 from filing wrongful death lawsuits on behalf of their parents.
While you will have a relatively easier time recovering losses as a legal dependent of someone who passed away unnecessarily, wrongful death lawsuits do not tend to sort themselves out. A Tallahassee wrongful death lawyer from Ben Crump Law, PLLC can help you navigate the nuances of Florida’s Wrongful Death Act.
For a free legal consultation with a wrongful death lawyer serving Tallahassee, call (844) 777-4453
Legal Advice For Wrongful Death Lawsuits
In a wrongful death lawsuit, the plaintiff bears the burden of proving that the death was avoidable and that they suffer financially, and sometimes emotionally, as a result. Wrongful death lawsuits can be difficult to handle without good legal representation.
The lawyers at Ben Crump Law, PLLC know how to give your case a courtroom perspective, defend your rights, and keep you informed along the way of the entire lawsuit. You can be as hands-on or hands-off as you need for the duration of the case.
Building a Wrongful Death Case
Building a wrongful death claim can be difficult to do alone, but not impossible. Our team of lawyers can help you understand what makes a strong case for a wrongful death settlement. In general, wrongful death lawsuits must incorporate all of the following elements:
- Proof of an event that unnecessarily caused your loved one’s death
- Breach of contract or warranty, such as in a nursing home or medical care facility
- Negligent behavior, whether intentional or unintentional
- Survivors who are affected by the death for financial and emotional reasons
Note that your specific circumstances will vary, as no two wrongful death claims are exactly alike. When you think you might have a case, contact Ben Crump Law, PLLC as soon as possible.
Limits on the Dollar Value of Your Damages
When seeking damages on behalf of a deceased loved one, you will only be limited by a few factors: the life expectancy before their death, their expected income for the number of years they would be working, and more.
Statute of Limitations
The statute of limitations, or time you have to file a legal claim on behalf of your loved one, is up to two years from the date of the incident that caused your loved one to die, according to section Florida Statute § 95.11. This is why it is important to get started on your case as soon as possible. The more time we have to build your case, the better protected your rights and interests will be.
Acting sooner in the event of a wrongful death does not only get you your potential settlement sooner; it builds a stronger case with more immediacy. If you think you have a legal claim, our team can consult with you about your case.
Do not deal with a wrongful death case alone. Let our lawyers guide you through the process to get you the settlement you are entitled to
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Get Help From a Tallahassee Wrongful Death Lawyer
If your loved one passed away due to someone else’s negligence, you do not have to face the new challenges of your life alone. When you file a wrongful death lawsuit, you help recover the support pulled from your life too soon. Financial or emotional, wrongful death suits bring justice to people who died due to negligence.
Call Ben Crump Law, PLLC at (844) 777-4453 to represent your wrongful death case. We will handle the litigation process from top to bottom, making sure that we maximize the settlement in your wrongful death case.
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