Tag Archives: Florida Wrongful Death Act
Child Dies After Being Left In Van
The family of a two-year-old boy is struggling with a tragedy and searching for answers after the toddler was left inside a van in Miami and died. The van was in the parking lot of a child care and, according to reports, the child was left in the rear of the van and was… Read More »
Personal Injury vs. Wrongful Death: Understanding the Differences
In Florida, legal actions for personal injury and wrongful death claims have similarities. Both claims are based on a theory that a duty was owed and breached. Under both claims, someone has suffered a harm or injury which resulted in medical bills and noneconomic damages (eg. permanent disability, mental trauma). Despite their similarities between… Read More »
Wrongful Death Lawsuits: Who Can Recover Damages?
A wrongful death lawsuit allows the survivors of an individual who died due to someone else’s negligence or carelessness to recover for their loss. A wrongful death lawsuit allows the deceased’s dependent family members to file a claim and seek monetary damages for their loss. If you have recently lost a loved one and… Read More »
Florida’s Wrongful Death Laws: An Overview
The death of a loved one is one of the most difficult times in anybody’s life. Dealing with the aftermath of a death and learning how to cope can be very challenging. When the death comes because of an accident, or because someone made a bad decision and caused the death, it becomes even… Read More »