Wrongful Death Cases In Orlando/Central Florida

When a loved one dies, the complexities of a legal claim against the wrongdoer can seem overwhelming. At this already stressful and emotion-laden time, the best course of action is to seek the guidance of a personal injury attorney with experience handling wrongful death cases, who can guide surviving family members through the complex legal maze, and help secure compensation for their devastating losses.

The method and manner of calculating damages in a wrongful death action can be daunting. Often the services of an expert, such as a forensic economist, are necessary to perfect the claim. This potential complexity is especially true when trying to calculate the pecuniary loss that the plaintiffs are entitled to claim.

Pecuniary loss generally includes the survivor’s loss of support, contributions, services and net accumulations due to the decedent’s death. In order to compute these damages, it is necessary to understand the pre-accident earnings, future earning capacity of the decedent, as well as his life expectancy and work-life expectancy. The life expectancy of the beneficiaries and, where necessary, the remaining period of minority of any beneficiaries must be considered. In calculating the value of the survivors’ future loss, the wages of the decedent must be considered, but the Court may also consider the value of past contributions made by the decedent, his or her personal habits, or spending behavior.

While proving the economic loss is important, it is just as important to prove intangible losses. Every person may manifest their grief differently; the law recognizes that many survivors will suffer significant mental anguish as a result of the death of a loved one. That mental pain, along with the value of the loss of companionship and guidance, is compensable under Florida law.

Personal injury lawyers can help ensure that their clients receive the damages to which they are entitled by law. Money alone will never make up for the life of a loved one, but we hope that a fair settlement will help hold the family together, aid in the healing process and allow you to focus on rebuilding your life.

Recoverable Damages

Damages that can be claimed in a wrongful death lawsuit are varied and complex. Since circumstances will vary widely, you should get specific advice from an attorney. For general information, please visit our page on potential recoverable damages.

Contact the Kane Law Firm, P.A.

There is a very short statute of limitations period during which a wrongful death claim can be made. It is very important that you act quickly to protect the interests of your family and other survivors.

The wrongful death statute is complex and you should contact an attorney and fully explore the facts of your case before making any decisions. Our attorneys will listen to the particular facts and circumstances of your case and let you know what potential claims exist under Florida law.

We offer a free initial consultation, and if we agree to take your case, we work on a contingency basis, which means we will only get paid for our services if there is a monetary award or recovery of funds.

If a loved one has been the victim of a wrongful death, please call the Central Florida Automobile Accident Attorneys at the Kane Law Firm, P.A. in Maitland – Orlando, Florida at (407) 644-KANE(5263), submit a contact form on our website, or email us at Info@KaneInjury.com.

As a father-daughter team of attorneys, we know the devastation an injury can cause you and your family. We would be honored to serve as your advocate in seeking the justice you deserve.

“Let Our Family Help Your Family.”