Wrongful Death in Miami FL

File a claim when negligence kills a loved one in Florida

Wrongful death is death caused by the fault of another, whether through negligence, wrongful conduct or reckless behavior.  Our law office helps the survivors of loved ones who died wrongfully in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or other parts of South Florida.

Wrongful death may result from a number of incidents:

Regardless of the circumstances, the death of family member is one of the most difficult occurrences you face in a lifetime. If someone’s negligence or irresponsible behavior causes the death, your grief is compounded by the knowledge that the death was unnecessary.

What is a wrongful death lawsuit?

In cases of wrongful death, the Miami-Dade, Broward County, or other Florida prosecutor may file charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide or murder if the act that killed your loved one arises from criminal intent or wanton recklessness that the prosecutor considers criminal, like extreme drunkenness or drug intoxication.  

Unlike in a criminal suit filed by the government, though, family members and the decedent’s estate may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim to seek financial compensation. 

Our attorneys can help you understand who can legally bring civil action and for what damages they can sue.

Miami wrongful death damages & recovery

At the Florida law firm of Ivan A. Schertzer, we are dedicated to protecting your rights and your financial future.

When someone you loved has died unnecessarily, we will aggressively pursue legal remedies, which may include, medical and funeral expenses, loss of income of the deceased, mental pain and suffering, and loss of companionship and protection.

Obtaining a personal injury lawyer at the outset not only allows for early preparation of the case, but also improves chances for fair compensation.

If a family member dies from injuries sustained in an accident, involving negligence, contact our law firm to learn how we out how we can help you hold liable parties responsible.

There is no charge for a case evaluation and we do not recover a fee unless you win an award in a settlement or in court.

Call for help with wrongful death in Miami.

We serve clients in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Miami, Miami Beach, North Miami Beach & all of South Florida.