[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/5-things-you-should-know-about-wrongful-death-claims-in-florida\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/5-things-you-should-know-about-wrongful-death-claims-in-florida\/","headline":"5 Things you should know about Wrongful Death Claims in Florida","name":"5 Things you should know about Wrongful Death Claims in Florida","description":"The loss of a loved one can send your mind reeling in different directions once. Sure, the idea of\u00a0pursuing a wrongful death claim\u00a0is likely to be far from your priorities. Unfortunately, you may have a pressing time limit once you decide to seek monetary compensation. There are also other important issues related to this claim...","datePublished":"2020-10-12","dateModified":"2025-01-05","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/author\/zimmet\/#Person","name":"Zimmet & Zimmet","url":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/author\/zimmet\/","identifier":8,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/3010bdac5ced5112b2840e84f5233c0b7d763a33cb3d5b6de07a5a4b44884d69?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/3010bdac5ced5112b2840e84f5233c0b7d763a33cb3d5b6de07a5a4b44884d69?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Zimmet & Zimmet","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/footer-logo-blue.svg","url":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/footer-logo-blue.svg","width":0,"height":0}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/5-things-you-should-know-about-wrongful-death-claims-in-florida.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/5-things-you-should-know-about-wrongful-death-claims-in-florida.jpg","height":1024,"width":1536},"url":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/5-things-you-should-know-about-wrongful-death-claims-in-florida\/","about":["Wrongful Death"],"wordCount":607,"articleBody":"The loss of a loved one can send your mind reeling in different directions once. Sure, the idea of\u00a0pursuing a wrongful death claim\u00a0is likely to be far from your priorities. Unfortunately, you may have a pressing time limit once you decide to seek monetary compensation. There are also other important issues related to this claim to think about.But first\u2026What\u2019s a wrongful death claim?This is a legal action brought by the children, spouse, parents, or any survivor of an individual killed by the reckless, negligent, or intentional behavior of another person or entity. The truth is that no amount of money can bring your loved one back. But a wrongful death lawsuit can hold the responsible person accountable and probably offer comfort to the grieving relatives and friends.Choosing to file a wrongful death lawsuit after the death of someone is a personal choice. It\u2019s important to\u00a0consult with a wrongful death lawyer\u00a0once you make up your mind to pursue compensation and justice for your fallen relative.Common causes of wrongful deathsIn Florida, a wrongful death lawsuit may arise out of numerous types of conduct. Some of the common causes include:Unsafe working environmentVehicle accidentsMedical malpracticeBicycle and pedestrian accidentsUnsafe productsAccidental poisoningUnsafe residential and commercial spacesPreventable child deaths such as accidental drowning.As mentioned earlier, there are many causes of wrongful deaths. If you strongly believe that your loved one died due to another person\u2019s negligence or misconduct, consult a lawyer. The attorney will help you figure out whether or not you have a valid claim.Who should file a wrongful death claim?According to Florida\u2019s wrongful death statute, the victim estate attorney can sue on behalf of the family members. The attorney (personal representative of the deceased person) can bring a lawsuit against the individual whose negligence or wrongful acts lead to the victim\u2019s demise. If the victim didn\u2019t succumb to the injuries, could have recovered monetary compensation against the accused, then the plaintiff (family of the deceased) might have a valid\u00a0wrongful death\u00a0claim.If the deceased person had appointed a representative in a valid will before his death, that individual would act as a plaintiff. In case the victim didn\u2019t create a will, the surviving spouse is the personal representative or another family member. Keep in mind that the representative will recover damages for the benefits of the deceased\u2019s family.What damages can be claimed in a wrongful death claim?Florida State Statute section 768.21\u00a0outlines all the wrongful death damages that a plaintiff can claim. Some of these damages include;Loss of services and supportMental anguish and emotional sufferingLoss of protection and companionshipMedical-related bills and funeral costsLost earningsDepending on the circumstances of your loved one\u2019s death, there are other damages you can recover. So, it\u2019s best to talk to a wrongful death lawyer to figure out who should be held responsible and your claim\u2019s value.Statute of limitationsIn Florida, the time limit or statute of limitations from bringing a wrongful death lawsuit is 2 years. Thus, if someone dies due to another entity\u2019s negligence, the surviving close family member has only two years to pursue a wrongful death claim. This time limit holds true whether the cause of death was a traffic accident or any other type of accident.Have you been injured in an accident or fall? Do You have question and want to know your legal options. Call 386-255-6400 for a free consultation and remember there is NO FEE unless WE Win."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"5 Things you should know about Wrongful Death Claims in Florida","item":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/5-things-you-should-know-about-wrongful-death-claims-in-florida\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]