Who Can File a Wrongful Death Suit?

If a loved one has recently passed away because of a wrongful act or negligence by another person, it is possible that you have a wrongful death case that needs to be investigated. Wrongful death claims help compensate the deceased person’s dependants. If you’re able to file a claim, a Bradenton wrongful death attorney can help walk you through the process.

Every state in the United States has laws that govern wrongful death actions. In Florida, the laws consider wrongful death as negligence. Cases can be made against wrongful acts, breaches of contracts or warranties that resulted in the death of a loved one. The victim’s family or beneficiaries can sue for damages, including mental suffering, sorrow and grief. The law has changed the process so that families and loved ones can get the financial support they need after the wrongful death of someone they love or depend on in some cases. You need an attorney to look into the facts to determine what you may be entitled to. 

Wrongful death can be claimed by a dependant of the deceased. This may be the deceased person’s spouse or one of their minor children. Other parties may include an adopted child, a distant family member, a domestic partner, or another type of financial dependent. Your lawyer will help you determine whether or not you can legally file a wrongful death suit.

When someone you love was the victim of wrongful death, it is difficult to know what to do. This is such a difficult, painful time, and trying to figure out the legal system only makes it harder. When you work with the Neri Law Group, Attorney Shannan Neri will be there to help you through the process, explain important details and make everything as clear as possible.

Florida law has specific applicable statutes to determine damages that can be obtained through a wrongful death suit. For more information about how to proceed with a wrongful death claim, contact attorney Shannan Neri at the Neri Law Group.