Under Florida law, wrongful death refers to situations where a person’s negligence causes the death. After a successful lawsuit, the court may order the at-fault party to pay damages to the decedent’s close relatives. Damages typically include: Compensation for the survivor’s pain and suffering. Loss of companionship. Loss of the…
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Florida Man Arrested After Multi-Vehicle Crash
After the death of a loved one in an accident, many things may feel out of the family’s control. However, something the loved ones of the deceased can control is whether or not to bring a lawsuit if the accident was caused by another person. These lawsuits are called wrongful…
Florida Teacher and Her Family Killed in DUI Car Crash
Car accidents are traumatic for those involved, as well as for an accident victim’s loved ones who were not a part of the accident. When someone is killed in a tragic car accident, bringing a lawsuit is not the first thought on the family’s mind. As time progresses, and if…
Navigating a Florida Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Losing a loved one is often one of the most painful and traumatic events in an individual’s life. When your loved ones are taken from you suddenly and without warning, however, it can often be even more heart-wrenching. When the loss of a loved one was fully preventable and was…
Filing a Third-Party Personal Injury Lawsuit After a Florida Workplace Accident
Florida’s Workers’ Compensation Law provides workers with benefits if they suffer injuries at work or while in the scope of their employment duties. At first glance, the system appears as a quick and efficient way for Florida employees to obtain benefits for their injuries and return to work. However, the…
Fatal Florida Car Accident Leads to Wrongful Death Case
A federal district court recently issued an opinion in a plaintiffs’ appeal in a case involving their daughter’s death. The case arose from a tragic Florida car accident that occurred on New Year’s Day. According to the court’s opinion, the defendant was driving his mother’s sports car with the plaintiffs’…
Florida Premises Liability Cases Involving Allegations of a Victim’s Criminal Conduct
In a recent Florida District Court of Appeal opinion, the court considered whether a defendant was civilly liable for a death that occurred on its property. The case is unique because it involved allegations that the deceased accident victim was involved in criminal activity shortly before she died. The plaintiff…
Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit After a Florida Bicycle Accident
Riding a bike is a great form of exercise and a way for family and friends to get outside in the beautiful Florida weather. However, when an individual gets into a Florida bike accident, the injuries may be fatal – especially if they were hit by a car. When an…
Florida Appeals Court Finds Hotel Did Not Owe Victim a Duty of Care in Recent Wrongful Death Case
In light of COVID-19, many families have been heading out to explore the great outdoors for nature getaways and safer vacations that still adhere to social distancing guidelines. However, no one expects to get into a Florida accident while on a trip, especially one that has devastating consequences. In a…
The Implication of Voluntary Intoxication in Florida Third-Party Personal Injury Claims
The First District Court of Appeal in the State of Florida recently reviewed a trial court’s order denying a manufacturer a directed verdict in a Florida wrongful death claim. According to the court’s opinion, the company manufactured products containing a synthetic marijuana product, commonly known as “spice.” A warning was…