It’s extremely unfortunate to lose a family member unexpectedly. The Delray Beach wrongful death attorneys at Porcaro Law stand by your side. We know how complicated things can become for families who lose a spouse or child. If you’re dealing with a loss due to someone else’s negligence, we welcome you to contact our law office for a free consultation. Our team works to minimize the burden caused to your family. If another party is liable, our wrongful death lawyers will fight for you so that you are fully compensated for the damages caused to your family.
Tragedy strikes us when we least expect it. From mishaps at the workplace to car accidents and even murder, the wrongful death of a loved one leaves families and friends emotionally distraught with an overwhelming amount of grief and heartache. Families must deal with the stress and financial burden of hospital bills, lost wages, and funeral costs during an unexpected death. But this doesn’t mean it’s the end of the road. There is light at the end of hard times, and we are firm believers that families should receive compensation when their loved one has passed too soon. If you’ve experienced the unfortunate death of a loved one, our personal injury attorneys can help you file a wrongful death lawsuit in Delray Beach and fight for the settlement you deserve.
Individuals who can sue for damages as a result of wrongful death in Florida is the personal representative of the estate, or the “executor” named on the will. This individual will act on behalf of the family.
Some of the most common wrongful death claims our attorneys handle include:
If you’ve recently lost a loved one due to a car crash or boating accident, the driver may be held liable for reckless driving or driving under the influence.
Certain health or body products have been known to cause wrongful death. If you’ve lost someone due to a defective or mislabeled product, we have the experience and capability to fight large companies in court.
If a physician or mid-level provider prescribes medication without consulting a patient’s pre-existing conditions, and the patient dies as a result, the scenario is referred to as medical malpractice. Florida’s statute of limitations to file a lawsuit is four-years for medical negligence that leads to the death of a patient.
If your loved one was killed with malicious intent, you may have a civil and criminal case to bring to the courtroom. Surviving families can claim funeral expenses, victim wages, medical bills, mental and emotional suffering, and loss of companionship. We work to bring justice to your family and use our expertise to recover compensation for all of the above.
Accidents in the workplace can lead to wrongful death. Whether it’s a malfunction of machinery or negligence of a manager, those who are involved should be liable and we investigate to receive the whole story.
In Florida, there are two types of damages for wrongful death cases: damages awarded to the family and damages awarded to the estate.
Damages that can be paid to the family from a wrongful death lawsuit include compensation for:
Damages that can be paid to the estate include:
In Florida, the statute of limitations for wrongful death cases is two years from the date of the death. This means that you will not be able to claim any damages for the death of your loved one if you haven’t filed a claim before two years have passed.
If you experienced any of the examples of wrongful death above due to the negligence of another party, bring your case to our Delray Beach wrongful death attorneys. Our dedicated team at Porcaro Law works to recover the compensation your family deserves. We help families in Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Deerfield Beach, West Palm Beach, Pompano Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and the South Florida area. For more information or to schedule your free consultation, please contact us today or give us a call at (561) 450-9355.
If you experienced any of the examples of wrongful death above due to the negligence of another party, bring your case to our Delray Beach wrongful death attorneys. Our dedicated team at Porcaro Law works to recover the compensation your family deserves. We help families in Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Deerfield Beach, West Palm Beach, Pompano Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and the South Florida area. For more information or to schedule your free consultation, please contact us today or give us a call at (561) 450-9355.
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