What is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
If you have lost a family member or loved one due to the negligence of another person or entity, whether accidental or intentional, you may be entitled to receive compensation for your loss through a wrongful death lawsuit. Continue reading to learn more about wrongful death lawsuits in Florida and how they are compensated. For answers to questions specific to your situation, contact a Florida personal injury lawyer like Casas Law in West Palm Beach.
Wrongful Death
If your family member’s death was caused by a wrongful or negligent act, your family may be able to file a wrongful death claim. This may include an accident due to negligence or carelessness, a product that was defective, medical negligence or malpractice, or an intentional act like murder. Wrongful death claims are handled in civil court and are separate from any criminal charges that may be filed as a result of the death.
Types of Compensation for Wrongful Death
Compensation for a wrongful death claim is determined through a settlement or decided by a judge or jury if the matter does not settle pre-trial. Two types of compensation can be granted: compensation paid to the estate of the deceased and compensation paid to the deceased’s family.
- Compensation for Estate– This includes amounts that the deceased was deprived of contributing to their estates, such as lost wages and costs paid by the estate for funeral and medical expenses.
- Compensation for Family– This includes amounts paid for loss of companionship and mental pain and anguish.
Compensation for a wrongful death claim can vary based on many contributing factors, and valuing such a claim requires additional information. Claim valuation is just one way that a personal injury lawyer may be able to offer you assistance.
Call Casas Law
If your loved one suffered a wrongful death in the Palm Beach area, Casas Law offers free consultations and legal advice that is specific to your situation. We have experience handling emotionally charged claims like these, and we want you to have the support and information you need to make the decisions that are right for your family members.
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