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South Florida Wrongful Death Lawyer

Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death Attorney: Hollywood, Broward & Miami-Dade

No amount of money can undo the loss of someone you love, and no lawyer should pretend otherwise. What Florida law can do is hold the responsible party accountable and provide for the future that was taken from your family. At Furmanski Law Group, Daniel Furmanski handles wrongful death cases personally and with genuine compassion. He carries the legal fight so your family can focus on each other and on healing, and he protects your rights every step of the way, in English or Spanish.

Who can file a wrongful death claim in Florida

Florida’s Wrongful Death Act sets out who may bring a claim and recover. The lawsuit is filed by the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate, but it is brought on behalf of the surviving family members, which can include a spouse, children, parents, and certain other dependents. The rules about who recovers and what they recover can be complex, and they have specific requirements. We guide families through the process so the claim is brought correctly and no eligible survivor is left out.

The damages available to survivors

A wrongful death claim is meant to address the very real losses a family suffers. Depending on the circumstances, survivors may recover for lost financial support and services the deceased provided, loss of companionship, guidance, and protection, and the mental pain and suffering caused by the loss. The estate may also recover medical and funeral expenses and certain lost earnings. We approach these damages with care and respect, recognizing that behind every figure is a person who cannot be replaced.

Common causes of wrongful death

We represent families who have lost loved ones in fatal car, truck, and motorcycle crashes, drowning and boating tragedies, and incidents caused by negligent security or dangerous property conditions. In each case, the question is the same: did someone’s carelessness or wrongdoing cause this death, and can we prove it. Daniel Furmanski investigates thoroughly, preserves the evidence, and builds a case strong enough to stand up in court.

The deadline to act

Florida law generally requires a wrongful death claim to be filed within two years of the death, and there are good reasons not to wait. Evidence fades, witnesses move, and records are lost over time. Acting promptly allows us to secure the proof your case depends on while it is still available. We understand that taking a legal step during grief is difficult, and we make the process as gentle and undemanding as possible for your family.

How we build a wrongful death case

Proving a wrongful death claim requires more than showing that a loved one died. We must establish that another party’s negligence or wrongful act caused the death, and we must document the full extent of the family’s losses. We begin by securing the evidence while it is still available, including accident and police reports, medical records, photographs, and witness accounts, and when appropriate we retain accident reconstruction and medical experts to explain exactly what happened. We also work with economists to calculate the financial support and services your loved one would have provided over a lifetime. Just as importantly, we shield your family from the insurance companies and opposing attorneys, handling every difficult conversation and demand so you are never pressured to make decisions during a time of grief. This combination of thorough preparation and protective representation is what allows us to pursue the maximum recovery the law permits.

Why families choose Furmanski Law Group

When you are grieving, the last thing you need is to feel like a number at a large firm. Daniel Furmanski gives your family his direct attention, explains everything in plain language, and handles the insurance companies and opposing parties so you do not have to. He brings compassion to a painful process and the resolve to take a case to trial when that is what justice requires. There is no fee unless he wins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About

Q: Who can bring a wrongful death claim in Florida?

The personal representative of the estate files the claim on behalf of the surviving family members defined by Florida's Wrongful Death Act.

Q: What can my family recover?

Recovery may include lost support and services, loss of companionship and guidance, the survivors' mental pain and suffering, and medical and funeral expenses.

Q: How long do we have to file?

Generally two years from the date of death, though exceptions can apply. We encourage families to call promptly so evidence can be preserved.

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If your family lost someone because of another’s negligence, you do not have to carry the legal burden alone. Call Furmanski Law Group at +1 (305) 900-6657 for a free, private, and compassionate consultation. Hablamos español.

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