Miramar Wrongful Death Accidents

Losing a loved one is a traumatic experience. And when a loved one's death is caused unexpectedly, and as a result of a preventable incident or accident, the loss can be even more devastating and shocking. If you are the survivor of a person who has died due to the negligence or wrongful act of another, you have the right to file a wrongful death claim damages. A wrongful death attorney serving Miramar, Florida, can represent you.

A wrongful death action is a type of civil action that is filed on the behalf of a person who was killed as a result of another's "wrongful act, negligence, default, or breach of contract or warranty…" according to 2015 Florida Statutes Section 768.19. A person has the right to file a wrongful death action on the behalf of the deceased if, had death not been the result of the wrongful act, the victim would have had a cause of action for a personal injury lawsuit. A wrongful death action is filed directly against the negligent party. Wrongful death attorneys can help you to understand the circumstances under which a wrongful death action is permitted.

Not everyone is allowed to file a wrongful death action after a person to whom they're related dies; rather, the only person who is legally able to bring forth a wrongful death suit against a negligent party is the personal representative of the deceased. However, while the personal representative pursues the cause of action, damages may be recovered on behalf of the deceased's survivors and estate.

Beneficiaries of the deceased may recover both economic and noneconomic damages in a wrongful death action. Consulting with wrongful death lawyers can help you to understand which damages type you may be entitled to. A wrongful death claim may yield damages for:

• Value of lost support and services
• Loss of companionship
• Lost parental companionship, instruction, and guidance
• Medical and funeral expenses
• Loss of earnings of the deceased

The exact amount of damages that are available in a wrongful death action will vary on a case-by-case basis. A wrongful death attorney serving Miramar can help you to recover the maximum amount available.

Filing a wrongful death claim for damages is a complex legal process that requires an understanding of tort laws, negligence, and the state's statute of limitations. To ensure that your claim is handled as professionally and proficiently as possible, it is within your best interest to consult with a wrongful death lawyer prior to filing your claim on your own.

Wrongful death lawyer Jarrett Blakeley of the Blakeley Law Firm, P.A., can help recover your full amount of damages after you have lost a family member. Do not wait any longer to call – contact Blakeley Law Firm, P.A. today online or by calling 954-253-9445. An initial consultation is always free.