Boca Raton Wrongful Death Attorney

For over a decade, our caring and compassionate Florida wrongful death attorney Chad J. Robinson has helped surviving family members get the justice and compensation they are entitled to after the negligent death of a loved one. We care about our clients and understand what they are going through, which is why we always provide skilled and effective legal guidance so you can focus on rebuilding your and your family’s future.

Wrongful Death Accidents Are Civil Lawsuits

A wrongful death lawsuit is separate from a criminal prosecution of the party or parties who are responsible for the victim’s death. For instance, an intoxicated driver may be arrested and charged by the police and maybe criminally prosecuted because they caused a fatal crash. The intoxicated driver may also be held liable by the surviving family members of the deceased victim. They do this by filing a Florida wrongful death claim where they demand financial compensation from the intoxicated driver’s insurance company.

Some Florida wrongful death claims do not involve the criminal prosecution of the party or parties who are responsible for the fatal accident that killed the victim.

Here are some examples of Florida wrongful death accidents:

• Drowning Incidents: The state of Florida has the highest drowning death rate in the nation among children ages one to four years old. Given the vast number of swimming pools, ocean access, and beaches, these unexpected incidents continue to wreak havoc for families across our state
• Slip and Fall Accidents: Every year, more than 40,000 people lose their lives in slip and fall accidents throughout the United States. Hundreds of people in our state suffer fatal injuries in slip and fall accidents due to the sheer negligence of property owners and managers
• Car Accidents: More than 2,400 people lose their lives in various car accidents all over the state of Florida every single year. Roughly 80% of fatal collisions are caused by the reckless and negligent actions of careless drivers. When someone loses their life during a car crash in Boca Raton, Orlando, Palm Beach, or anywhere around Southern and Central Florida, due to the actions of another party, it is then crucial for bereaved families to seek justice as soon as possible
• Motorcycle Accidents: The Sunshine State is the perfect place to enjoy a motorcycle cruise. Unfortunately, more than 600 motorcyclists lose their lives in traffic-related incidents each year. While most motorcyclists are careful and considerate, other reckless and negligent drivers frequently trigger collisions
• Bus Accidents: Unlike other motor vehicle accidents, Florida bus accidents commonly result in severe injuries to many people all at once. Although we expect bus drivers to be skilled and competent, this is not always the case as hundreds of people are killed in bus accidents because of negligent operators
• Truck Accidents: Commercial vehicle accidents claim the lives of more than 4,000 people across the country each year. These large and heavy vehicles are likely to cause severe and fatal injuries in collisions. When drivers speed, engage in reckless behaviors, or drive drowsy, the chances of catastrophic and fatal collisions are drastically increased
• Pedestrian/Bicycle Accidents: Every year, laws, rules, and regulations are put in place to protect people traveling along our roadways while outside of vehicles. Regrettably, we continue to see innocent victims lose their lives due to the actions of others. Collectively, pedestrian and bicycle accidents claim the lives of around 500 people each year in our state
• Rideshare Accidents: We have seen a dramatic increase in the number of rideshare vehicles entering Florida roadways. These accidents are often complex since multiple insurance companies argue liability

At Your Damage Lawyer, PLLC, we understand that there is no easy way to deal with the unexpected loss of a beloved family member. There is no way to prepare for the mental, emotional, and financial consequences surviving relatives are forced to endure, and our compassionate team understands that.

We are devoted to helping surviving family members move on while they honor the lives of their deceased loved ones. Regardless of what type of accident your loved one lost their life in; you need effective and trusted representation to ensure that your best interests and legal rights are safeguarded as swiftly as possible.

Recoverable Damages in a Florida Wrongful Death Case 

Wrongful death claims are filed in civil court in the state of Florida. The liability of wrongful death claims is expressed in terms of financial damages endured by the surviving relatives of the deceased.

Florida Statute section 768.21 outlines the rules for awarding damages in Florida wrongful death lawsuits that are timely filed. In general, entitled parties can recover compensation for both economic and non-economic damages.

Some of the recoverable damages include:

• The loss of companionship, protection, and guidance provided by the decedent
• The mental and emotional pain and suffering families endure
• The value of support and services that were provided to surviving family members by the decedent
• Lost wages, benefits, and other earnings that the decedent could have reasonably earned throughout their lifetime
• Medical and funeral expenses that surviving relatives were forced to pay for after enduring the loss of the decedent
• Medical and funeral expenses that were paid directly by the estate
• Lost prospective net accumulations of the estate or the potential value of the earnings of the estate

If you are considering whether you should file a wrongful death claim anywhere in the state of Florida, we can help. Call us today to schedule your free consultation with our Florida personal injury attorney at Your Damage Lawyer, PLLC. We can help you better understand all the legal options available to you. We will also make sure that you know what is expected of you throughout the duration of a Florida wrongful death claim.