Losing a loved one is incredibly difficult. Whether they passed from illness or natural conditions, coping with such a loss is never easy. Wrongful just might be even tougher– knowing this could have been avoided is heartbreaking.
If you lost a loved one in Delray Beach due to someone’s negligence, it is best to consult with a wrongful death attorney. A lawyer can help you navigate the complex legal matters associated with these claims and help you recover compensation for your loss.
Contact Elstein Legal for a reliable personal injury law firm in Delray Beach. We are ready to work closely with you and your family during this difficult time. We will do our best to fiercely represent you and can support the claim by defining the liable party and calculating your losses. Elstein Legal will take care of the paperwork while you and your family focus on recovering.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?
Under Florida law, a representative of the decedent’s estate must file a wrongful death claim. Ideally, the deceased individual would have a will where said representative would be named. If the decedent had no will or estate plan at the time of death, a representative will be appointed by the court. In most cases, this would be a spouse or another close family member.
While the representative is the person with the right to file a claim, the claim is filed on behalf of the decedent’s estate. It will potentially cover all damages to which any survivor may be entitled. This could include a decedent’s spouse, parents, children, and other blood relatives.
Determining which individuals have an interest in the wrongful death claim can be difficult. Even if a person is a blood relative, different factors can impact their legal right to pursue damages. Hiring a wrongful death law firm in Delray Beach can be beneficial for evaluating the rights of different individuals and assessing the claims of different family members.
Damages in Wrongful Death Claims
The damages in a wrongful death claim can vary depending on the circumstances and relationship of the individual to the decedent. Florida statute 768.21 outlines the types of damages that may be available in a wrongful death claim.
The following are some of the types of damages that might apply to a wrongful death claim:
- Loss of support and services
- Loss of companionship
- Medical and funeral expenses
- Loss of earnings
- Mental pain and suffering
A Delray Beach wrongful death lawyer will be able to help you and your family understand the different types of damages. Your lawyer will look at the claim each person has on the estate and evaluate the correct damages for each individual.
Why Choose Elstein Legal to Represent your Case?
Since opening Elstein Legal in 2018, Miami personal injury attorney Brian L. Elstein has recovered millions on behalf of his deserving clients. A cum laude graduate of Nova Southeastern University, Brian Elstein honed his skills early as a member of the Nova Trial Association.
Today, he is recognized by The National Trial Lawyers as a Top 40 Under 40 Lawyer in Florida and has been selected to the 2022-2023 Florida Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers Magazine – a distinction given to only 2.5% of attorneys in Florida, and named 2022 Best Litigation Attorney by Expertise.com.
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