Tampa Wrongful Death Lawyer
There is nothing worse than losing a loved one, and this is particularly true when a loved one is taken too soon. If your loved one has recently lost his or her life due to another party’s negligence, our experienced Tampa wrongful death lawyer is here to help. While it may be difficult, the time to act is now. Please continue reading and contact Merricks Law Group to schedule your initial consultation with our firm and to learn more about how we can help guide you through every step of the process ahead.
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The thought of losing a loved one is unbearable, especially as a result of negligence. Unfortunately, this is something that happens in our society far more often than any of us would like to think. If you recently lost a loved one due to another party’s negligence, our Tampa personal injury lawyer is here to assist your family in your time of need and bring the liable party to justice so you can focus on what matters most. Attorney Howard Merricks of Merricks Law Group has handled these claims in the past, and he has the compassion and experience needed to effectively handle your case as well.
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Who Is Entitled to Compensation After a Wrongful Death in Florida?
Under the Florida Wrongful Death Act, not everyone who was close to the deceased is legally entitled to recover compensation. Florida law specifically defines which surviving family members may pursue damages.
In most cases, a wrongful death claim may be brought on behalf of:
The surviving spouse
Children of the deceased
Parents of the deceased
Blood relatives or adoptive siblings who were financially dependent on the deceased
Claims Involving an Unborn Child
Recent changes to Florida law under CS/HB 651 expand the Wrongful Death Act to allow the parents of an unborn child to recover monetary damages from a person who is legally responsible for the unborn child’s death.
This means that if negligence, recklessness, or other wrongful conduct causes the death of an unborn child, the child’s parents may have the right to pursue a wrongful death action.
However, the law specifically clarifies that such a wrongful death action may not arise against the mother for the wrongful death of her own unborn child.
How These Claims Are Filed
In Florida, a wrongful death claim must still be filed by the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate. Any damages recovered are awarded to eligible survivors as defined by law.
Because wrongful death claims involving unborn children can involve complex and evolving legal standards, it is important to consult with an experienced Florida wrongful death attorney to understand your rights and options.
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As long as we can prove that your loved one lost his or her life as a result of another party’s negligence, we should recover compensation for a variety of economic and non-economic damages. They are as follows:
- Monetary compensation for medical treatment your loved one received in an attempt to treat his or her injury
- The cost of funeral expenses
- Compensation for the loss of protection, companionship, and guidance provided by a spouse, parent, or family member
- Loss of “prospective net accumulations” of the estate
- Lost wages brought about by your loved one’s untimely death
Pain and suffering
Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death Claims in Florida
Every state has a statute of limitations in place when it comes to personal injury claims. That being said, the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims in Florida is shorter than that of standard personal injury claims. The statute of limitations for wrongful death claims in Florida is, generally, two years, which means that you must not wait any longer than two years from the date of death to file your claim.
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We know that the compensation recovered in a wrongful death lawsuit can never replace the void left behind by a lost loved one, however, the compensation can help you recover financially and, at times, emotionally, knowing that the negligent party has been brought to justice for his or her actions. If you recently lost a loved one as the result of another party’s negligence, please do not hesitate to contact an experienced Tampa wrongful death lawyer at Merricks Law Group today.
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