When wrongful conduct results in the death of someone close to you, The Miami Law Offices of Jose M. Francisco can assist you in collecting more for the wrongful death of a loved one. We stand ready to offer compassionate assistance to the family of a loved one who has died due to the negligence or acts of others and representation in a legal action against those parties responsible.
Your wrongful death claim can seek compensation for medical expenses, funeral expenses, loss of income, and it places an intangible value on the decedent’s contribution to their family and for the family’s loss of companionship. It may be difficult at a time like this, but your first step should be to consult with a lawyer at The Law Offices of Jose M. Francisco in Miami.
Unlike personal injury cases, where the injured party is the plaintiff, in a wrongful death case, a lawsuit is filed on behalf of the surviving family members. As your lawyer, we help determine the personal representative who is authorized to bring a lawsuit on behalf of the estate of the deceased and against which persons or entities such a wrongful death suit should be brought. At The Law Offices of Jose M. Francisco, we can also determine whether damages to punish the defendant should be sought. You may be able to receive compensation for medical expenses, along with the compensation of your loved one’s lost wages and the loss of your loved one’s companionship.
Any individual with a negligence, malpractice, or wrongful death case in Miami or South Florida should consult The Law Offices of Jose M. Francisco to determine what law or laws apply to them and what damages can be recovered.
Damages in Wrongful Death Cases
Monetary compensation for damages may be recovered in a wrongful death action depending on the particular facts of the case. Damages can include sorrow, loss of companionship, loss of income, and grief. In wrongful death cases, it is common to calculate earnings the victim would have received from the time of death through the remaining years that person was expected to live in order to determine future lost earnings. As your wrongful death lawyer, we can also determine whether damages to punish the wrongdoer are available.
