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The injuries inflicted by thoughtless or reckless behavior are often severe. In the worst situations, they can be fatal. These accidental deaths often leave surviving family members struggling with many problems in addition to their grief and shock. There are unexpected medical and funeral bills to cover, unplanned time off work, and the sudden loss of the deceased’s household contributions.
Under the Florida Wrongful Death Act, certain family members can win compensation for these expenses from the party responsible for their loved one’s death. Tampa wrongful death attorneys Beltz & Ruth, P.A., can help you understand your rights and responsibilities in a wrongful death case. Call us at 1-800-235-8978 for more information.
Anyone responsible for the deceased’s estate can file a wrongful death suit. However, only certain family members can be beneficiaries in this kind of case. A person can be awarded compensation if he or she is:
- A spouse of the deceased
- A dependant minor (under age 25) of the deceased
- A parent, if the deceased is a minor, or if the parent is dependent on the deceased
If you helped pay for the deceased’s medical treatment, you could be eligible for a certain amount of compensation regardless of your relationship to him or her. This will depend on details of your individual case, however.
Eligible family members may be compensated for:
- Medical and funeral expenses
- The deceased’s income and benefits (insurance, health benefits, pension, etc)
- Loss of support and companionship
An experienced Tampa wrongful death lawyer can help you determine what damages you are eligible for, and the best way of obtaining them.
To schedule a free initial consultation with Tampa wrongful death attorneys Beltz & Ruth, P.A., contact our offices at 1-800-235-8978.