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Coral Gables Wrongful Death Attorney
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Coral Gables Wrongful Death Attorneys
Wrongful death occurs when an individual’s life is prematurely cut short due to the negligence, recklessness or intentional actions of another party. Each case of wrongful death requires a thorough investigation and professional legal expertise to prove liability on the defendant’s part.
These cases can be extremely traumatic for families and often justify significant compensation for non-economic losses like pain and suffering and loss of consortium. Working with Coral Gables lawyers who are compassionate, thorough and effective trial attorneys can be beneficial in these scenarios.
Common Causes of Wrongful Death
- Medical Malpractice: One of the most prevalent causes of wrongful death is medical malpractice, including misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication mistakes, anesthesia errors and birth injuries. If a patient dies because a doctor, nurse or another medical specialist failed to meet the accepted standard of care, the medical professional may be held responsible.
- Vehicle Accidents Motor vehicle accidents – including motorcycle accidents, truck accidents and pedestrian accidents – account for a substantial number of wrongful death cases in Coral Gables. Irresponsible driving is all too common on Coral Gables’ roads. Negligent driving behaviors, such as speeding, drunk driving, distracted driving and reckless maneuvers, can contribute to fatal accidents.
- Workplace Accidents: Especially in the world of construction, manufacturing and transportation, workplace accidents can result in wrongful death cases. Failing to provide proper training, inadequate safety protocols and negligence in maintaining a safe working environment can lead to fatal accidents, including falls, heavy machinery injuries, electrocution or exposure to toxic substances. If you’ve lost a loved one in a workplace accident, it might not be entirely clear whether you should seek compensation through the workers’ comp process or a third-party claim against the responsible parties. We can help you determine who was at fault and your avenues for seeking compensation.
- Defective Products Wrongful deaths can also be caused by defective products. If a person dies due to a product being defectively designed, manufactured or labeled, the manufacturer, distributor or retailer can be held liable. Faulty machinery, dangerous pharmaceutical drugs or malfunctioning automotive parts are all examples of defective products.
Wrongful Death Compensation
Nothing can truly make up for the loss of a loved one, but pursuing a wrongful death claim can help give your family financial stability and hold the responsible parties accountable. Florida allows the estate of the deceased (and by extension family members) to seek compensation for:
- Medical Expenses: Includes the cost of hospitalization, medication, treatments and other medical expenses incurred due to the injury that led to the wrongful death.
- Funeral and Burial Expenses: The cost of funeral service, burial, cremation or any other final arrangements.
- Loss of Financial Support: Compensation for the income the deceased would have contributed to the household over their remaining working years if their life had not been cut tragically short, including future earnings, benefits and retirement contributions.
- Loss of Consortium: Emotional damages for the loss of companionship, moral support, parental guidance and love experienced by the surviving spouse or children.
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Consequences of Wrongful Death
Aside from the impact on the surviving family members, wrongful death can have severe consequences for the responsible parties, negatively affecting their reputation, business and personal lives.
If their behavior was especially egregious or even intentional, the responsible party of a wrongful death case could face criminal charges. Depending on the circumstances, they might be charged with manslaughter or murder.
It’s important to remember criminal charges are completely separate from civil wrongful death claims – the responsible party being charged won’t automatically help the victim win their civil claim. Similarly, the defendant can still be held accountable in a lawsuit even if they are not facing criminal charges or were acquitted.
Hire a Coral Gables Attorney Who Can Help You File a Wrongful Death Claim
The legal team at Kanner & Pintaluga has a wealth of experience handling wrongful death claims and will help you build a strong case so that you can pursue compensation for this irreparable wrong.
We’ll guide you through every step in the legal process. Our skilled legal team will help you gather evidence, identify responsible parties, calculate an appropriate compensation amount that encompasses the financial and emotional impact of the loss and negotiate for a fair settlement on your behalf with opposing counsel and insurance companies. The wrongful death lawyers at Kanner & Pintaluga are prepared to take your case to court if needed to maximize your chances of success.
Losing a loved one due to a wrongful death accident is a painful experience. We’ll fight for just compensation on your behalf so that you can focus on healing and recovering. Call 800.586.5555 or visit us online to schedule a free case evaluation with an experienced wrongful death attorney.
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