Pinellas County Wrongful Death Lawyers

Losing a loved one is a traumatic event for anyone. The negligent behavior of another can worsen the pain, suffering, and grief when your loved one has passed away. If you’ve lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, you may be eligible for compensation by filing a wrongful death claim.

In fatal accidents, the at-fault party can be held financially accountable for their actions. The attorneys at Whittel & Melton will review your case, for free, and discuss what legal representation we can provide. We cover cases in all of Florida. This includes, St. Petersburg, Tarpon Springs, Clearwater, Treasure Island, Dunedin, Largo, Safety Harbor, and Oldsmar in Pinellas County.

If you are seeking legal counsel in a wrongful death matter, call now 727-823-0000.

How Can Clearwater Wrongful Death Attorneys Help?

The victim’s family can file a wrongful death action in Pinellas County Circuit Court when negligence results in the loss of a person’s life. Most Pinellas County Wrongful Death claim and lawsuits intend to prove a few things:

1. The death or injury which led to death, was proximately caused by a wrongful act or acts of another person or company
2. The torfeasor’s negligence has a nexus with the cause of death
3. Florida law recognizes the existence of a surviving parent, child, spouse, family member, or dependent.
4. That financial compensation is available for the victim’s wrongful death. The at-fault Individual or Corporation should compensate to cover funeral and medical costs, lost income (including future income), and balance the harms and losses caused.

The damages recoverable in a wrongful death claim or lawsuit include the suffering experienced by the deceased prior to their passing, as well as the pain and suffering endured by the family. This can also involve the loss of financial support, companionship, and consortium.

It is essential for family members, the estate attorney, and the personal representative to closely monitor the statute of limitations for filing a wrongful death lawsuit in Florida, which is two years from the date of death.

Contact a Pinellas County, Florida, Lawyer Who Handles Wrongful Death Claims and Lawsuits

We urge you to contact the Law Offices of Whittel & Melton, LLC, immediately if you have lost a loved one due to the negligent actions of another party.

Call Now to schedule your free consultation: 727-823-0000 or Toll-Free Statewide 866-608-5529.

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