Bradenton Wrongful Death Lawyer

A Bradenton wrongful death lawyer at James Horne Law is prepared to advocate for families facing the heartbreak of a sudden loss. There is nothing more difficult than unexpectedly losing a loved one. When they have passed away because of another person’s negligence or wrongful act, it can make the situation even more painful. 

At James Horne Law, we are here to fight for you if you seek to file a wrongful death claim. A Bradenton wrongful death lawyer at our firm can assist you in receiving the compensation you need.

What Is a Wrongful Death Claim?

In Florida, a wrongful death takes place when someone causes the death of another person through negligence, a wrongful act, or a breach of a contract or warranty. Remember that this is a civil lawsuit, not a criminal one. Therefore, the defendant does not have to be guilty of any crime. 

A wrongful death claim can allow survivors of the deceased to recover financial compensation. Contact our compassionate lawyers; we can help you determine whether you have a claim. 

What Are Some Causes of Wrongful Death?

Why might someone find themselves having to file a wrongful death claim? Some examples include a death caused by the following situations.

Defective Products

Defective products can result in the need to file a wrongful death claim. In this situation, a manufacturer or seller of the product may share some liability. A wrongful death can result from some of the following defective products:

• Automobiles,
• Auto parts,
• Medical devices,
• Industrial machines,
• Pharmaceutical drugs, and
• Household items. 

If you have experienced the death of a loved one due to a defective product, do not hesitate to reach out to our attorneys today. We are ready to fight for you and go to court if necessary.

Car Accidents

Car accidents are all too common. Car accidents involving drunk, aggressive, or distracted drivers might result in a wrongful death claim.

Our dedicated attorneys can help you prove negligence on the other driver’s part. This will show that the other driver breached their duty of care to your family member. Breaching their duty means they did not act as a reasonable, ordinary, prudent driver.

Medical Negligence

Medical negligence is also a typical cause of wrongful death. This occurs when healthcare professionals do not meet their duty of care to their patients. In other words, the patient’s medical provider failed to act as an ordinary, reasonable healthcare professional. 

Medical negligence includes misdiagnoses or surgical errors. Prescription drug errors also are examples of medical negligence. 

Building Collapses

A collapsing structure or building is rare, but wrongful deaths can occur as a result. This can happen because of failure to make necessary repairs, such as a failure to replace waterproofing. This type of tragedy can be devastating, and you deserve to recover financially. Our attorneys are here to help guide you through filing your claim.

Fire Caused by Negligence

If the death of your loved one was due to a fire caused by negligence, we understand your pain. One example of a liable party in these circumstances may be the landlord of the victim’s apartment complex. They could be responsible if the landlord did not properly maintain the apartment complex or violated fire safety standards.

At James Horne Law, we are here to help you to seek justice for the death of your loved one. Call us today for further information and to schedule a consultation. 

Who Can Bring a Wrongful Death Claim in Florida?

In Florida, a personal representative of the deceased individual’s estate has to file the claim. They act on behalf of the deceased’s relatives and estate. The representative needs to list each possible beneficiary when filing on their behalf.

What Compensation Can I Recover?

In the case of a wrongful death claim, there are multiple types of compensation you may be able to recover. Some compensation that relatives of the deceased can recover include the following:

• Mental pain and suffering,
• Loss of companionship,
• Medical and funeral expenses,
• Loss of support and services, and
• Lost earnings.

These are only a few examples of what loved ones of the deceased can receive under a wrongful death claim. Feel free to contact our attorneys, and we can answer any additional questions you may have.

Our lawyers understand that this can be a heartbreaking and stressful time. Allow us to help you financially recover so that you can focus on your well-being.

How Much Time Do I Have to File for Wrongful Death?

It is important to remember that there is a deadline for filing a wrongful death claim. This time limit is the statute of limitations, and it differs based on your state and the type of claim. If you do not meet this deadline, it can be complicated to bring your claim. While there are exceptions that might extend the time available to you, it is likely that you’ll be barred from filing if you miss the deadline. 

In Florida, the statute of limitations to bring this claim is two years from the date of the individual’s death.

This is why it is crucial to contact an attorney far before the deadline. At our wrongful death law firm in Bradenton, we can help ensure that you file your claim punctually.

How We Can Help You

Our team is here for you if you are looking for a Bradenton wrongful death attorney. We can help you to recover the compensation you deserve. Furthermore, our lawyers are not afraid to go to trial if needed. We enjoy being in the courtroom advocating for you.

At James Horne Law, we give every legal situation the time and thorough attention it deserves. Our clients are our priority, and we never see you as just a file number. Besides wrongful death, other practice areas at our law firm include personal injury claims, such as car accidents and medical malpractice claims. 

Contact Us

Contact us today via our online form or call us at 941-210-6000 for a consultation.