Orlando Wrongful Death Lawyer

Losing a loved one because of the actions of another is unacceptable. No one should have their life cut short because of someone else’s irresponsible actions. If you recently lost your loved one because of another person’s negligence, you should speak with an Orlando wrongful death lawyer as soon as you can. Contact Tropical Injury Law Firm today.

Orange County Wrongful Death Lawyer | Here for Your Family

We understand just how devastating it can be for a family member to lose their loved one forever. These cases are often sensitive and require the legal intervention of a competent and compassionate attorney who truly cares about victims and their families. You can rely on an Orange County injury lawyer here at our firm to be the advocate you deserve and need.

Wrongful Death According to Florida Law

In the state of Florida, wrongful death is defined as a death that was caused by a wrongful act of another party. In most cases, this is an act of negligence. For example, if a person is killed in an auto accident by a drunk driver, this should be considered a wrongful death in the eyes of the law.

Filing a Wrongful Death Claim in Florida

Every state has its own laws regarding who is eligible to file a wrongful death claim on behalf of their loved ones. In Florida, the only person who can file a wrongful death claim is the personal representative of the decedent’s estate. If you are the personal representative of your loved one’s estate, it is your job, along with your Orlando wrongful death lawyer, to seek damages on behalf of his or her family. If the decedent did not appoint someone as his or her personal representative, the court will do so, and that person will be in charge of pursuing damages. Only parents, spouses, children, or blood relatives/adoptive siblings who are dependent on the decedent may bring wrongful death claims.

Recovering Compensation

As long as we can prove your loved one lost his or her life as a direct result of the negligent or wrongful act of another, we should win your claim. Compensation for wrongful death can include the following:

• The cost of medical bills incurred by the decedent before he or she passed away
• The cost of funeral expenses
• The loss of companionship or guidance
• Lost wages
• Loss of “prospective net accumulations” of the estate
• The cost of services provided by the loved one
• Pain and suffering

Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death Claims in FL

The statute of limitations for wrongful death claims in Florida is two years, giving you two years from the date of death to seek compensation. We understand that this is an emotional time and that the last thing you want to do is speak with lawyers and get involved in the legal process, however, our job is to fight for you within the time constraints legally recognized by the state of Florida while you focus on what matters most: your family.

Contact an Orange County Injury Lawyer

If you recently lost a loved one because of another person’s negligence, we are prepared to provide you with the legal guidance you deserve. We are a compassionate and zealous legal group in Florida, and we are ready to fight for you, every step of the way. Contact Tropical Injury Law Firm to schedule your free initial consultation today.