Wrongful Death

Dealing with the death of a loved one is a painful emotional, mental and spiritual undertaking. When the death is caused by negligence or injury, the loss can be even more distressing. If the death of your loved one was the result of negligence, you may be entitled to compensation as a result. A successful claim of wrongful death must meet four criteria:

• The death was caused, either partially or entirely, by the defendant’s conduct;
• The defendant was negligent or strictly liable for the victim’s death;
• There are surviving beneficiaries or dependents, such as a spouse or children; and
• Monetary damages have resulted from the victim’s death

Wrongful death may be the result of medical malpractice, auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, tractor-trailer accidents, construction injuries, and many other accidents or negligent conduct. Wrongful death cases differ from other negligence cases, because they are filed not on behalf of the person who suffered the negligence, but on behalf of that victim’s surviving family or dependents.

If you believe that your loved one died a wrongful death, contact a John Bales Attorneys Florida wrongful death attorney today. Complete a FREE Online Consultation Form or call us toll free 1-800-CALL JOHN (1-800-225-5564) 24 hours, 7 days a week.