A wrongful death accident occurs when another person knowingly or negligently causes it, making it preventable and adding additional heartbreak for survivors. If you lost a loved one in a fatal accident in Beverly Beach, a wrongful death lawyer can seek compensation for your losses.
Since 2005, the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine have been focused on providing responsive legal help that serves the individual needs of our clients. Our Beverly Beach personal injury lawyers know how to help your family pursue the legal actions necessary to recover from this devastating loss. Our legal team understands your pain and offer our deepest sympathies. Call us today to arrange your free case review.
Trust The Law Offices Of Anidjar & Levine For Your Wrongful Death Representation
Florida’s laws surrounding wrongful deaths are complicated. The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine has spent nearly two decades assisting families seeking compensation for the loss of a loved one. We know it is difficult to struggle with legal requirements while grieving. We want to take this burden off your shoulders and protect your family’s financial future. Our legal team has helped Floridians who have suffered from all types of accidents. Here is the response we most often hear from our clients:
“What unbelievable professionalism. If you have to hire an attorney to represent you during a difficult time, there is no other choice than Anidjar and Levine. Everyone I dealt with was great. Special thanks to Jonathan Holtz.” —Charles L.
Filing A Wrongful Death Action Against The Responsible Party
According to Florida Statutes § 768.19, you can bring legal action against the responsible party or parties based on the following circumstances:
- Your loved one’s death was caused by the “wrongful act, negligence, default, or breach of contract or warranty” of another.
- Had your loved one been injured but not died, such actions on the part of another would have allowed them to take legal action to pursue compensation against the liable party.
The personal representative named in the will files the wrongful death claim for the survivors and the estate. If there is no will, the court will assign a personal representative—usually the spouse or other family member.
Contact our wrongful death accident attorneys serving Beverly Beach to learn about your legal options.
Compensable Damages For A Wrongful Death Accident In Beverly Beach
The compensation you and your family may recover depends on the factors specific to your case, but compensable losses for a wrongful death usually include:
- Medical expenses for your loved one from the time of the accident until death due to injury, including but not limited to ambulance, hospital, surgery, or treatment
- Funeral and burial costs
- Pain and suffering experienced by your loved one, if death was not immediate
- Mental anguish, depression, and anxiety you and your family live with due to the death of your loved one
- Your family’s loss of companionship, love, guidance, and support
- Loss of the financial support provided by your loved one, including future earnings that would have been provided between the time of wrongful death and the expected time of natural death
Beneficiaries Of A Wrongful Death Claim In Florida
Speak with our Beverly Beach wrongful death accident lawyer to determine who in your family can receive compensation for the death of your loved one. Florida Statutes § 768.18 specifies the following survivors:
- Spouse
- Children under the age of 25
- Parents
- Any adult blood relatives or adopted siblings who were wholly or partially dependent on your loved one at the time of death
- Children born out of wedlock of a mother
- Children born out of wedlock to a father if the father recognized his responsibility to help support
Statute Of Limitations To File A Wrongful Death Lawsuit In Florida
Florida generally allows you two years from the date of your loved one’s death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Some circumstances will permit you to delay filing, but to avoid being barred from pursuing compensation through the courts, discuss the limits that apply to your case with our attorneys.
Proving Your Wrongful Death Accident Claim
There are many facets to a wrongful death claim, but a key to winning such a case is proving the following:
- The defendant, the party at fault for your loved one’s death, acted intentionally or negligently toward your loved one, causing such harm that had your loved one survived, they could have pursued a personal injury claim
- Your loved one’s survivors and personal representative have been identified
- The defendant caused your loved one’s survivors or estate to suffer damages
How Our Beverly Beach Wrongful Death Accident Attorneys Help Build Your Case
Our attorneys use their deep knowledge of and extensive experience in wrongful death law to plan, develop, and execute a strong case for you and your family.
Our wrongful death lawyer’s role is adapted to meet the needs of each client, but in general, we help in the following ways:
- Communicate with all involved parties on your behalf
- Gather evidence to see what actions contributed to your loved one’s death, and assist in identifying the liable party or parties
- Identify the financial losses your family suffered
- Negotiate with the insurance company for a compensation settlement, if applicable, or take legal action against the liable party for a compensation judgment or verdict
Receive Compassionate Legal Support With No Upfront Costs
The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine offers free case consultations to answer your pressing questions and determine if you have a case. At the end of this visit, we decide together if moving forward is a positive step for your family.
If our wrongful death attorneys take your case, it will be on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing until we win your case. If we don’t win, you don’t pay.
Contact Our Beverly Beach Wrongful Death Accident Attorney To Get Started Today
You should not have to endure the emotional turmoil of losing a beloved family member while also navigating the complexities of the legal system. By entrusting your case to our Beverly Beach wrongful death accident lawyers, you can focus on the grieving process.
At the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine we treat every client with compassion and respect. We treat you the way we would want to be treated. We understand how difficult loss can be and are here to help. Contact us as soon as possible for a confidential consultation.
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