Miami Wrongful
Death Attorney
When negligence takes a life, our Miami attorneys help families pursue justice and hold the responsible party accountable.
Wrongful Death in Miami
Losing a loved one due to someone else's negligence is devastating. Florida's Wrongful Death Act allows surviving family members to seek compensation for the loss of a loved one's income, companionship, and the pain and suffering endured. Our Miami wrongful death attorneys handle these sensitive cases with compassion and the aggressive legal advocacy your family deserves.
A Miami wrongful death attorney helps surviving family members pursue justice when a loved one is killed due to someone else's negligence or intentional conduct. Florida Statute § 768.19 authorizes the personal representative of the deceased's estate to bring a wrongful death claim on behalf of surviving family members, including a spouse, children, and parents. The damages available can include lost wages and financial support, loss of companionship and guidance, pain and suffering experienced by survivors, and funeral and burial expenses.
The most common causes of wrongful death claims our Miami attorneys handle include car and truck accidents caused by negligent drivers, medical malpractice by doctors or hospitals, dangerous property conditions (slip and falls, inadequate security, drownings), defective products, and workplace accidents. In each situation, our goal is to hold the at-fault party fully accountable — whether that is an individual, a business, an insurance company, or a government entity.
Florida imposes a strict 2-year statute of limitations for wrongful death lawsuits, running from the date of the deceased's death. Missing this deadline permanently bars your family from recovery. Our Miami wrongful death attorneys begin investigating immediately — preserving surveillance footage, accident reconstruction evidence, medical records, and witness statements before they disappear.
We understand that no amount of money can replace a loved one. But financial compensation can protect your family's future and ensure the responsible party faces real consequences. Our Miami wrongful death lawyer team works on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win. Call (786) 306-7278 for a compassionate, free consultation.
Our Wrongful Death Services
Car & Truck Accident Wrongful Death
Pursuing wrongful death claims when a fatal accident was caused by a negligent or reckless driver.
Medical Malpractice Wrongful Death
When a doctor, hospital, or healthcare provider's negligence leads to a patient's death.
Premises Liability Wrongful Death
Dangerous property conditions — inadequate security, slip and falls, pool drownings — that result in death.
Workplace Accident Wrongful Death
Fatal workplace injuries caused by employer negligence, unsafe conditions, or defective equipment.
Product Liability Wrongful Death
Deaths caused by defective or dangerous products — vehicles, appliances, equipment, or medications.
Survivor & Estate Claims
Pursuing all available claims for survivors and the estate including lost earnings, funeral costs, and pain and suffering.
Wrongful Death FAQs
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Florida?
Florida's Wrongful Death Act allows the deceased's personal representative to file on behalf of the estate and surviving family members — typically a spouse, children, or parents depending on circumstances.
What damages are available in a wrongful death case?
Damages can include lost future earnings and support, loss of companionship and guidance, funeral and medical expenses, mental pain and suffering of surviving family members, and the deceased's own pain and suffering before death.
How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim in Florida?
Florida has a 2-year statute of limitations for most wrongful death cases. This clock starts from the date of death. Acting quickly also preserves evidence — contact us as soon as possible.
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