Daytona Beach Wrongful Death Attorney

Buckmaster & Ellzey Can Fight for Justice on Behalf of Your Loved Ones

After losing a loved one due to the negligence or wrongful conduct of another person or company, you may be overwhelmed with grief and confusion about how to move forward. At Buckmaster & Ellzey, our Daytona Beach wrongful death lawyer can help you and your family seek the justice and compensation you deserve.

Our Daytona Beach wrongful death lawyers focus on helping clients recover the compensation they need to move forward. Contact us online or call (888) 785-6548 today.

What Is Considered a Wrongful Death?

A wrongful death occurs when a person is killed due to the negligence or wrongful conduct of another person or company. This can include motor vehicle accidents, workplace accidents, medical malpractice, defective or dangerous consumer products, and more.

Wrongful deaths can lead to personal injury claims brought by the decedent's:

• Spouse
• Children
• Parents
• Siblings

In Florida, there are strict time limits for filing a wrongful death claim. If you wait too long to begin the process, you could lose your chance to file a claim. That is why it is so important to work with an experienced wrongful death attorney who can guide you through the process.

What Is the Time Limit for Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Florida?

In Florida, you only have two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death claim. If you wait too long, you could lose your chance to file a claim. That is why it is so important to work with an experienced wrongful death attorney who can guide you through the process.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Florida?

In Florida, you can file a wrongful death lawsuit if your loved one was killed due to the wrongful conduct of another person or company. You can also file a lawsuit if you are the personal representative of the deceased person's estate.

The personal representative of the deceased person's estate can file a wrongful death lawsuit if:

• The deceased person did not have a spouse or children
• The deceased person had a spouse and children, but the spouse is deceased
• The deceased person had a spouse and children, but the spouse is incapacitated
• The deceased person had a spouse and children, and the spouse is not interested in filing a lawsuit

If you are not the personal representative of the deceased person's estate, you can still file a wrongful death claim if you are the deceased person's:

• Spouse
• Child
• Parent

If you are not any of the above, you cannot file a wrongful death claim. However, you can still pursue a claim for loss of consortium if your marriage was damaged by the wrongful death of your spouse.

Types of Damages in a Wrongful Death Claim

In a wrongful death claim, you may be eligible to receive compensation for a number of damages. The most common types of damages in a wrongful death claim are:

• Medical bills
• Lost wages
• Loss of consortium (for surviving spouses)
• Pain and suffering
• Funeral and burial expenses
• Loss of support, services, and companionship
• Loss of inheritance
• Loss of future earnings

You can also seek punitive damages if the defendant acted with malice or reckless disregard for human life. These damages are meant to punish the defendant for their wrongful conduct and to prevent them from causing similar harm in the future.

Let Our Daytona Beach Wrongful Death Lawyer Help You & Your Family Through This Difficult Time

Our firm is dedicated to helping victims and their families get answers, accountability, and justice. When you work with us, you can be confident that your case is in good hands.

Contact us online or call (888) 785-6548 today to discuss your case with our Daytona Beach wrongful death attorney.