Riverview Wrongful Death Lawyer

If your family lost a loved one due to a negligence-based accident, you have our heartfelt condolences. You also have our commitment to fight for justice and financial recovery for your family. Our Riverview wrongful death lawyer will identify the cause of your loved one’s demise and the at-fault party or parties. We will also handle all communication related to your case.

Your family needs time to cope with the loss of a loved one and the changed dynamic of your family. Our legal support means you can have it. We will handle your compensation case while you focus on taking care of each other. Leave evidence collection and the insurance company to us. Contact our case review team at Dismuke Law for your family’s free consultation today.

Damages Families Can Recover After a Wrongful Death in Riverview

Because your loved one’s demise was caused by negligence, they might have been entitled to personal injury compensation had they survived. When your family pursues compensation, you can recover those same damages.

You can recover a range of damages that occurred prior to their demise including:

• Medical expenses
• Income losses
• Pain and suffering
• Mental trauma
• Emotional anguish

You can also recover a range of damages related to their demise. These can include:

• Funeral and burial expenses
• Loss of your loved one’s income
• Loss of companionship and consortium
• Loss of parental guidance and support

We will carefully assess your case in detail since each family’s recoverable damages are unique.

Florida’s Wrongful Death Statute of Limitations

Your family’s right to recover damages is limited by state law. According to Florida Statutes § 95.11(4)(d), you generally have up to two years to file your wrongful death lawsuit.

If the statute of limitations expires:

• The court will not allow you to file your lawsuit at all.
• Your lawsuit will be dismissed without being heard.
• You will have no further legal remedy available to you.

Wrongful death and other personal injury cases are usually settled out of court. If a settlement agreement cannot be reached in your case, we will file your suit on time. In short, we never stop fighting for the compensation your family is entitled to recover.

Our Contingency Basis Fee Structure Supports Timely Filing

Our client-focused fee structure is simple. Our compensation is contingent on yours. We do not expect or accept compensation until we recover it for you. Then, we accept a percentage of your financial award. If your case does not result in compensation, you owe us no attorney fees at all.

We cover every upfront cost associated with preparing your case, including the cost of a comprehensive investigation. We cover expert consultations, documentation fees, and court filing fees.

The Appropriate Family Member Must File a Wrongful Death Action

Florida law defines who can file a wrongful death action. In general, legal eligibility applies to the following family members:

• The deceased person’s spouse
• The deceased person’s children
• The deceased person’s parents

These legal guidelines are general. Marital status and many other factors can determine eligibility. Our lawyer will explain the law and ensure the appropriate family member files the appropriate action. We will also ensure your case is filed within the allotted time.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death Actions

Defining and understanding the cause of your loved one’s demise can be an emotionally charged matter. It is also a necessary part of your case — one we can handle for you.

Motor vehicle accidents are among the common causes of wrongful death actions. They can include the following:

• Car accidents
• Truck accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Bus accidents
• Rideshare accidents
• Pedestrian accidents

Our Riverview wrongful death lawyer supports surviving families. Find out how hard we fight for you by contacting our wrongful death team at Dismuke Law. We are here for your family when you need caring legal service the most.

Ask Dave’s Wrongful Death Practice Areas

Motor vehicle accidents are only one of our practice areas. We are also committed to helping your family recover damages if you lost a loved one in one of the following ways:

• Premises liability
• Catastrophic injury
• Negligent security
• Boating accident

We will carefully document the cause of your loved one’s demise. We will also prove the legal elements of negligence that entitle you to recover damages. Florida law requires proof that:

• The at-fault party owed your loved one a duty of care.
• The at-fault party failed to provide it to them.
• The at-fault party’s actions caused their demise.

We also prove your family’s loss has financial and emotional consequences. Your family’s recovery matters to our team, so we never stop pursuing the best possible outcome for you.

Our Recent Wrongful Death Client Wins

Our wrongful death attorney is passionate about pursuing damages for surviving families. Some of our recent client awards include the following:

• $7.25 million verdict in Polk County for the surviving family of a young man who was fatally injured in a motor vehicle accident on State Road 33
• $1.1 million settlement in Hillsborough County for the surviving family of a car accident fatality who subsequently faced bad faith insurance tactics

One recent client had this to say: “I want to thank everyone at Dismuke Law, for always going above and beyond for me! I could not have asked for a better attorney or a better team to represent me…I am eternally grateful…God blessed me with you to help me through my darkest hour.” – Garrett P.

Legal service is only the beginning of our client care regimen. We also make sure your family gets the support it needs throughout the emotional and financial recovery process.

We Will Review Your Wrongful Death Case for Free

At Dismuke Law, our Riverview wrongful death lawyer helps families recover damages for their loss of a loved one. Our entire team goes to work on your case and fights hard to recover the damages you are entitled to receive. Get started with a free review of your case by contacting our consultation team today.