Wrongful Death Attorney in Altamonte Springs, Florida
In law, wrongful death is the taking of a life of an individual as a result of the intentional or accidental neglect or misconduct of another person or persons. A wrongful death lawsuit is a civil claim that is filed against the individual or individuals liable for the neglect or misconduct that resulted in death. The wrongful death lawsuit exists to help the families of the victims of a wrongful death seek compensation for damages they incurred, such as funeral expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The families of wrongful death victims normally seek the aid of an experienced wrongful death attorney to help them in moving forward with a wrongful death lawsuit.
Types of wrongful death cases include:
Car or automobile accidents caused by a negligent or drunk driver
Fatal injuries caused by medical malpractice
Fatal injuries caused by the serving of alcohol to individuals under the age of 21 by restaurants or bars
Fatal injuries or death caused by the malfunction of a product
Fatal injuries or death caused by the neglect of a patient such as in a nursing home or a childcare center
Victims
One of the worst things imaginable is that phone call a person gets in which they learn that they have lost a loved one in a tragic accident. It is even more devastating when that person discovers that they lost their loved ones as a result of another party’s negligence. While learning of the wrongful death of a loved one is a horrifying experience, wrongful death accidents in Central Florida happen all the time. The families of wrongful death victims are often left with crippling financial and emotional burdens to settle. Besides dealing with the physical loss of a loved one, the surviving party must also cope with the resulting loss of emotional and financial support.
Who is entitled to Receive Compensation in a Florida Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
While Florida law limits who can recover, and what can be recovered, in the case of a wrongful death attorney Mark A. Cornelius is familiar with these laws and can help let you know your rights. In Florida, if you are the spouse, child or parent of a wrongful death victim, then you may be able to seek compensation from the at-fault party for your damages. Other relatives may be entitled to compensation as well if they can prove that they relied on the wrongful death accident victim for support or service. Orlando personal injury attorney Mark A. Cornelius has been helping the families of wrongful death victims achieve peace of mind and justice for their loved ones since the early 1990s.
If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent act or misconduct of another party, then you may be able to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit and receive compensation for your loss. If you would like to learn more about a potential wrongful death claim, then it’s time to have a personal conversation with me. Call my Law Office, Mark A. Cornelius, P.A., 24/7 for a free legal consultation.