Several elements must be considered when determining the potential compensatory damages you may be entitled to as a result of a wrongful death. To begin with, the type and quantity of damages that survivors can collect are determined by their relationship to the deceased. Survivors, for example, may be compensated for the value of missed assistance and services previous to the death, as well as the expected worth of future services and support.
The value will be determined by calculating the deceased’s likely future income and considering the individual ties of survivors. This means that close relatives who would have benefited the most from the deceased person would be compensated more. These calculations and determinations can be difficult, and an experienced wrongful death attorney will know how to maximize the recovery for family members. Conrad & Scherer in Fort Lauderdale has a dedicated team of attorneys who can assist you in navigating these difficult situations.
What Kinds of Damages Am I Entitled to Recover?
Family members can also seek reimbursement for any emergency or medical fees, as well as funeral costs, incurred as a result of the deceased’s injuries and death. Additional damages may include emotional anguish and suffering suffered by family members as a result of the untimely death, as well as any pain and suffering suffered by the dead prior to their death.
Additionally, spouses and children who have lost a single parent can seek compensation for the loss of parental companionship, counsel, and teaching. These are just a few of the types of damages that a surviving loved one may be entitled to, and while putting a dollar value on the life of a spouse, child, or parent is difficult, Conrad & Scherer attorneys are skilled at ensuring that our clients receive full and complete compensation for the loss of a loved one.
Wrongful Death Statute in Florida
To conclude, Florida’s Wrongful Death Statute outlines the types of damages that can be recovered. These damages include, among others, the following:
- Compensation for the decedent’s pain and suffering during any period of consciousness between the time of injury and death
- Losses sustained by the decedent’s spouse, children, or next of kin during any period of consciousness between the time of injury and death
- The statutory survivors’ pain and suffering
- The loss of financial assistance
- The loss of services
- The loss of presents or other valuable gratuities
- The loss of parental training and direction
- The loss of society and companionship
Third parties who purposefully or inadvertently caused the death of your loved one should be held accountable for their conduct or negligence. Whether your loved one was killed in an accident, by a defective product, by medical malpractice, by an act of violence, or by another cause, Conrad & Scherer’s skilled legal team will fight for justice on your behalf.
The Commitment of Conrad and Scherer to Wrongful Death Victims
Conrad Scherer’s dedicated attorneys and dedicated support staff have successfully represented hundreds of families and filed claims and lawsuits against irresponsible individuals and organizations for over 45 years. Attorneys at Conrad Scherer are also board-certified Florida trial lawyers with vast expertise representing clients in wrongful death cases. We have the knowledge, expertise, and experience necessary to comprehend Florida’s wrongful death statutes and to ensure that each of our clients receives the highest compensation allowed by law.
Conrad & Scherer, a law firm in Ft Lauderdale, Florida, handles wrongful death lawsuits in South Florida and the state of Florida. We litigate wrongful death cases across Florida, including Fort Lauderdale, Plantation, Weston, Pembroke Pines, Coral Springs, Coral Gables, Miramar, Miami Beach, North Miami Beach, Aventura, Key West, Key Largo, Marathon, Plantation, Fort Meyers, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and Jupiter. Conrad & Scherer has offices in New York, North Carolina, and other locations throughout the world.
Contact Our Wrongful Death Attorneys
Contact the experienced legal team at Conrad & Scherer now if you or someone you know has been the victim of a negligent or malicious conduct that has resulted in the tragic and untimely death of a family member or loved one. We will not stop until you and your family receive the justice and recompense you deserve. Call us immediately to discuss the specific circumstances of your case and to set up a no-cost legal consultation with a Conrad & Scherer attorney.
