Wrongful Deaths In Florida The death of a loved one is always a challenging dose to take. It is a wound that often takes a long time to cure and leaves scars in the memories of those affected for a lifetime. It is an even worse situation when it happens because of...
How is a South Florida Wrongful Death Settlement Divided?
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Jun 16, 2022 | Wrongful Death
Death is a painful subject that comes with emotional and even financial burdens to the descendants of the deceased. It becomes even more agonizing when the dead person dies out of negligence or breach of some law by another person or entity. For this reason, residents...
The “Free Kill” law and how it affects your Florida Wrongful Death Lawsuit
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Aug 5, 2021 | Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, Medical Negligence
Medical malpractice in Florida and elsewhere represents a serious problem with often fatal consequences. The estimated death toll in the United States from medical mistakes stands at 250,000 per year. Nearly 7,000 to 9,000 deaths occur from errors in prescribing and...
Why Do I Need an Attorney for a No-Doubt Liability Claim?
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Jul 1, 2021 | Personal Injury, Auto Accident, Medical Malpractice, Negligent Security, Nursing Home Abuse, Slip and Fall Injury, Wrongful Death
Many people think it is safe to proceed without an attorney when pursuing a no-doubt liability claim, but unexpected circumstances can always occur. The attorney for a no-doubt liability claim should never allow the plaintiff to get cocky. Even simple and obvious...
Is An Employer Responsible For Injuries Caused By An Employee?
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Jun 17, 2021 | Personal Injury, Auto Accident, Slip and Fall Injury, Wrongful Death
When Is An Employer Responsible For Injuries Caused By An Employee? Workers making sales calls, pizza, and other deliveries, driving to meetings and closing deals can become inattentive or too fast. When their negligence injures you, compensation may come from those...
8 Most Common Wrongful Death Cases in Florida
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Apr 22, 2021 | Wrongful Death
There is a difference between wrongful death, homicide, and murder. In all three situations, someone loses their life. However, with wrongful death, the person’s death was caused by negligence or the wrongful acts of another. It is difficult to prove liability in a...
Who is Responsible When Pharmacy Mistakes Lead to Injury and Death?
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Apr 15, 2021 | Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death
Mistakes in medication claim between 7,000 and 9,000 lives annually. The price tag for these errors exceeds $40 billion, with seven million patients suffering the effects. It should not seem surprising that pharmacy mistakes lead to injury and death. Consider that...
10 Things to Consider When Choosing the Right Wrongful Death Lawyer in Florida
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Feb 25, 2021 | Wrongful Death
Here Are Some Things You Should Consider When Choosing a Wrongful Death Lawyer in Florida Wrongful deaths account for a considerable number of deaths annually. Losing someone close to you is not as easy. If you file a lawsuit without help from an experienced attorney,...
How are South Florida Wrongful Death Cases and Survival Action Cases Different?
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Sep 24, 2020 | Wrongful Death
In South Florida, are Wrongful Death and Survival Action Cases Different? Death is a tragic experience. According to the law of Florida, no cause of action dies with a person. In South Florida, injury and death cases may require one to either file a wrongful death...
Your insurance company is not on your side
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Apr 23, 2020 | Auto Accident, Hit and Run Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall Injury, Wrongful Death
Imagine a situation where you are legally forced to pay for a service that ends up never being worth quite the same as the value of the hard-earned money you are shelling out for that service. It would be nice if this were just the stuff of bad dreams, but the truth...