[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” use_through_lines=”1″ css=”.vc_custom_1599571927411{margin-top: 40px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][norebro_video layout=”with_preview” button_layout=”filled” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izvRophZSVw&t=10s” button_shadow=”1″ button_anim=”1″ button_color=”#c1a02d” button_hover_color=”#9b8211″ preview_image=”5675496″ css_class=”practiceareasvid”][vc_empty_space height=”49px”][templatera id=”5675031″][vc_empty_space][templatera id=”5675053″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1588886975402{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;}”][norebro_heading subtitle_type_layout=”bottom_subtitle” module_type_layout=”on_left” title=”WW91JTIwZGVzZXJ2ZSUyMGFuc3dlcnMlMjBhZnRlciUyMGElMjBzdWRkZW4lMjBsb3NzJTIwb2YlMjBsaWZl” title_typo=”font_size~26||line_height~26||weight~700″ mobile_title_typo=”line_height~26||weight~inherit” subtitle=”V2UlMjB3YW50JTIwdG8lMjBoZWxwJTIweW91JTIwYWZ0ZXIlMjBhJTIwV3JvbmdmdWwlMjBEZWF0aCUwQQ==” subtitle_typo=”font_size~18||weight~inherit”][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~300″]
[/norebro_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]Many of us first experience the grief associated with death at a young age from loss of a pet. Though perhaps less significant in distant hindsight, a cat, dog, hamster, or even goldfish can be an object of significant companionship and sentimental attachment for young children. Sometimes several years go by before a family member or close friend dies but the grief of unexpectedly losing a loved one, like a spouse, child, parent or sibling can be absolutely devastating. Memories of shared experiences and treasured moments make coping so much harder and every day you are reminded of the loss by being amongst their belongings. However, there is something must worse than losing a loved one? What could possibly be worse than the death of someone close to you? you might ask.
Wrongful Death. Loosing someone due to preventable circumstances or because of the negligence of some other party. The pain is amplified by the frustration that comes with knowing the situation could have been avoided.
At the Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb, P.A., our Critical Case team handles our wrongful death claims and clients throughout Florida. Craig Goldenfarb, Esq. personally manages this team, along with his highly-experienced and qualified team of litigators.[/norebro_text][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]Our Florida wrongful death attorneys have extensive experience helping the families of wrongful death victims throughout all the counties of Florida. We understand that the grieving period after a loved one passes away is an important time, and legal matters are nowhere near the top of your priority list. However, it is important to act swiftly in retaining legal representation when the decedent’s passing was caused by an act of negligence from someone or something else. That’s because the time period within which you have a right to file a lawsuit is limited.[/norebro_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][norebro_heading subtitle_type_layout=”without_subtitle” module_type_layout=”on_left” divider_visible=”1″ divider_alignment=”after_title” title=”V3JvbmdmdWwlMjBEZWF0aCUyMENhc2UlMjBUeXBlcw==” title_typo=”font_size~22||line_height~30||weight~700″][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]Unfortunately, there are many ways people can die as the result of the negligence of others. Motor vehicle accidents, failure to maintain and secure property, improper use of equipment, failure to supervise employees in a caregiving setting, and many other situations may lead to one or more tragic deaths.
Wrongful Death incidents are often a result of:[/norebro_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
- Auto or Motorcycle Accident
- DUI or DWI Auto Accidents
- Defective Products
- School/Mass Shootings
- Drownings from failing to supervise or secure a pool or shore area
- Failure to maintain or secure property that is open to the public, such as stores and amusement parks
- Poor upkeep or failing to modernize warning systems at railway crossings
- Medical malpractice
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]The wrongful death of a loved one can have a devastating impact on your life. This is happening while insurance companies are seeking to minimize the compensation they pay out. Our team of wrongful death lawyers at the Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb, P.A. understand your legal rights and are not only committed to getting you the maximum amount of compensation possible, but helping you recover, so your life can move forward as soon as possible.[/norebro_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][templatera id=”5675087″][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][norebro_heading subtitle_type_layout=”without_subtitle” module_type_layout=”on_left” divider_visible=”1″ divider_alignment=”after_title” title=”UHJlcGFyaW5nJTIwZm9yJTIwYSUyMFdyb25nZnVsJTIwRGVhdGglMjBDYXNlJTIw” title_typo=”font_size~22||line_height~30||weight~700″][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]Under Florida law on wrongful death cases, the “Personal Representative” for the decedent’s estate will file the lawsuit. However, this person is representing the estate’s heirs, and these interested parties will be named in the suit. Surviving spouses, minor children, adult children if there is no surviving spouse, and parents if the decent had no spouse or children, may all collect damages in a wrongful death. Damages may be for both financial losses, including lost earnings and potential future earnings, and emotional losses, like loss of companionship.
Florida law requires the following in a wrongful death suit:[/norebro_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
- The defendant’s conduct amounted to a wrongful act, negligence, default, or breach of contract or warranty;
- The conduct upon which the cause of action is based must have caused the death of the decedent; and
- Such conduct must have entitled the person injured to maintain an action and recover damages if death had not ensued.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]Generally, attorneys look for wrongful death cases where there is clear evidence of wrongful or neglectful conduct that led to the circumstances of the death. We don’t want to put the decedent’s family through the stress of a trial if there simply isn’t enough evidence to prove the case. In many cases, such as with defective products or DUI cases, there is a very clear pattern of negligence leading to the death. In other situations, the negligence may not be as obvious, but with some digging we can uncover evidence.[/norebro_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][templatera id=”5675092″][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][norebro_heading subtitle_type_layout=”without_subtitle” module_type_layout=”on_left” divider_visible=”1″ divider_alignment=”after_title” title=”V3JvbmdmdWwlMjBEZWF0aCUyMExpYWJpbGl0eSUyMCUyNiUyMERhbWFnZSUyMFJlY292ZXJ5″ title_typo=”font_size~22||line_height~30||weight~700″][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]There are many ways the negligence of others can contribute to TBIs. A nursing home’s negligence may lead to an elderly person falling and hitting their head. A careless driver could cause an accident that alters your life forever. Any kind of obstacle that causes you to trip and fall in a public place can be another cause.
If the negligence of another has caused you a TBI or other injury, they are then liable for bodily injury that takes place as a result of their negligence. If you or a loved one have suffered a head or traumatic brain injury, contact the Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb, P.A. We may be able to help you secure the compensation that you are entitled to.
There are several kinds of damages that may be awarded in a head and traumatic brain injury lawsuit. These include:[/norebro_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]
- Funeral costs
- Medical expenses prior to death
- Lost consortium
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- Lost monetary support
- Lost companionship
- Pain and suffering
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]Don’t wait for an insurance company to contact you. Insurance agents and adjusters work on behalf of the insurance company and are not concerned with your losses. It is important that you never agree to or accept a settlement offer from an insurance company without first speaking with an experienced wrongful death attorney.[/norebro_text][vc_empty_space height=”60px” el_class=”vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][templatera id=”5675044″][templatera id=”5675049″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” use_through_lines=”1″][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”90px” el_class=”norebro-phone-space”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][templatera id=”5675370″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][templatera id=”5675071″][templatera id=”5674977″][/vc_column][/vc_row]