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We’re Here in Your Darkest Hour

Your life is moving along as usual and then without warning, a fatal car accident happens which takes the life of your loved one. Fatal car accidents often cause anger, frustration, sadness, and confusion to set in. We’ve seen it happen with clients before. 

The Tampa wrongful death attorney from KFB Law handling your case will be there to help you and your family in this time of need, both as a counselor and advocate.

A Tampa wrongful death attorney answers questions about fatal car accidents

You’re probably left with a lot of questions after the death of a loved one. To help you better understand what a wrongful death case is and what the process is like, here a few frequently asked questions and their answers. We’ll go over the following:
What is a wrongful death lawsuit?
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in the state of Florida?
What four elements must be proven in a wrongful death case?
What type of damages can you claim in a wrongful death lawsuit?
What should I look for in hiring a wrongful death attorney?
How much is hiring a wrongful death lawyer going to cost?
What amount of damages am I entitled to after fatal car accidents?

What is a wrongful death lawsuit?

A wrongful death lawsuit is a claim brought by an estate on behalf of beneficiaries against a person or corporation liable for causing the wrongful death. That means their death was caused by the negligence of another person and is different from a potential criminal prosecution.

Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in the state of Florida?

What four elements must be proven in a wrongful death case?

Claimants in a wrongful death lawsuit must prove four key elements in order to validate their claim.
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Duty of Care

Duty of care states that someone has a legal obligation to act responsibly, with care, and without causing harm to another member of the general public. For instance, a licensed driver has a duty of care to operate that motor vehicle safely, adhering to speed limits and obeying laws. If a driver was texting while driving rather than paying attention to the road, they may be negligent in an auto accident.
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Breach of Duty

Breach of duty of care is essentially when a person fails to take proper and reasonable care when performing a task. Essentially, they may be liable for their negligence and could be held responsible. Using our car accident example, a driver that is texting while driving rather than paying attention to the road may be negligent, or in breach of duty, in an auto accident.
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Causation

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Damages

What type of damages can you claim in a wrongful death lawsuit?

You’re probably left with a lot of questions after the death of a The types of damages that may be claimed in a wrongful death suit in the state of Florida are complicated and may vary from case to case.
In general, the damages claimed by spouses and survivors can include compensation for medical and funeral expenses, loss of companionship including parental companionship when applicable, loss of financial support and services, and mental pain and suffering.
If the deceased’s estate is making a claim, damages can also include the same medical and funeral expenses, plus lost earnings and net accumulations like future potential income.

How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim in the state of Florida?

What should you look for in a wrongful death attorney?

Hiring a Tampa wrongful death lawyer is a big deal. Not all lawyers are created equal, and the most important thing is getting to meet the wrongful death attorney who is going to handle your case.
If you can’t get your wrongful death lawyer on the phone or feel like you’re getting the runaround on the first call, how do you think the rest of the relationship is going to go?
At our first attorney-client meeting you’ll:
Meet the personal injury lawyer who will handle your wrongful death case in Tampa from start to finish.
Get a full breakdown of what to expect and how our firm is going to help you and your family in this time of need.
Getting the right information you need to hire the best wrongful death lawyer for you can’t be found on a website. Nor can it be located at the other end of a 1-800 number. We believe the answers you need should come from a face-to-face meeting or phone interview.
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Fatal car accidents are often caused by negligence or carelessness. If a loved one has suffered a wrongful death due to the negligent act of another, you should hire an attorney. Get legal advice from an aggressive and experienced Tampa wrongful death attorney quickly.

Issues related to personal injury law, insurance coverage, and claims of negligence and damages are often complicated. We have the experience and desire to provide legal representation that puts your interests first and protects your rights.
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Semi-truck accident wrongful death

Truck driver fatigue

Under federal regulations, semi-truck and tractor-trailer drivers are allowed to drive up to 11 hours in a stretch, and up to 70 hours in one week. Your semi-truck accident attorney will carefully evaluate driver logs to ensure that the vehicle operator was not exceeding guidelines.

Truck braking capability

Loaded tractor-trailers take 20-40 percent farther than cars to stop. This can be even greater on wet and slippery roads or with poorly maintained brakes. Properly trained truck drivers must take critical steps when operating in poor conditions to ensure that their vehicle is given adequate time to brake and avoid a collision.

Rollover

In an effort to reduce semi-truck accidents, electronic stability control requirements took effect for most new truck tractors in 2017. This technology helps tractor-trailer drivers mitigate issues that are the cause of rollover accidents. However, this requirement exists only for recent models.

Frequent Semi-Truck Wreck Scenarios

Car accident wrongful death

Florida’s roadways can be a dangerous place. In 2017, more than 400,000 car accidents occurred in our state, resulting in 3000 fatalities. While not every car accident death will result in a wrongful death claim, it’s important to understand what elements must be present in order to have a viable wrongful death car accident wrongful death claim in the state of Florida.
The other party must have had a Duty of Care, which is a legal obligation to act responsibly. This includes both the driver of the other vehicle, or even the manufacturer of the car, if a faulty product contributed to the car accident.
The other party must also have had a breach of that duty, which means that they failed to abide by that legal obligation.
There must be causation. Causation is evidence of the negligence that directly resulted in the car accident and ultimately the death of a loved one.
Finally, you must have damages. This means that the death of your loved one had a direct final impact on you or your family.
Wrongful death cases can be complicated and difficult. This is why it’s critical to have an experienced wrongful death accident attorney handle your case. Our experienced Tampa attorneys take the time to carefully evaluate your case during your free consultation, advising you of your rights in a wrongful death case, and taking the critical steps to ensure you and your family get the compensation you deserve.

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Motorcycle accident wrongful death

Florida’s naturally temperate climate offers year-round riding weather for motorcyclists. Although we don’t need to compete with snow or icy roads like northern states, our roadways can be just as dangerous for riders. The sheer volume of motorcycles on Florida roadways should make all drivers more aware. There were 595,946 motorcycles registered in our state in 2017.
These motorcyclists are already at higher risk for injuries in an accident because of the features of their vehicle. With no doors, windows or metal to protect them, there is often very little between them and the road.
If you have lost a family member due to distracted driving, driving under the influence, failure to yield or distracted driving you may be eligible for monetary compensation. This compensation can include medical expenses resulting from the accident before the victim’s death, funeral and burial expenses, loss of companionship, loss of of future income, loss of benefits, and pain and suffering.
Wrongful death claims are subject to a statute of limitations, so it is important to act immediately. If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, contact an experienced motorcycle accident wrongful death attorney in Tampa. Our aggressive attorneys will help protect the rights of surviving family members and ensure that you get the compensation you deserve.

Pedestrian accident wrongful death

Careless driving including, distracted driving
Not yielding at crosswalks
Speeding
Disobeying traffic signals
Driving under the influence
As with other personal injury cases, pedestrians injured in an accident can receive compensation for their injuries to help cover their medical bills, lost wages, as well as pain and suffering.
If a pedestrian is killed as a result of the accident, specific surviving family members may be eligible to pursue a wrongful death case. The damages for pedestrian wrongful death claim may also include funeral and burial expenses, future income potential and loss of companionship.
A Tampa attorney from KFB Law experienced in pedestrian accident wrongful death lawsuits will help you carefully navigate the legal process. This includes filing a claim against the insurance company, determining liable parties, and if there were any outside factors or parties that contributed to the accident.
We understand the devastating effects that the unexpected and tragic loss of a loved one can have on your family. If you are the next of kin for a family member who died because of another person’s negligence, contact our office for a complimentary consultation. Our experienced and aggressive attorneys will provide you with the guidance and representation needed to get the compensation you deserve.
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Nearly 2. 5 years ago I was rear ended by a commercial truck causing injuries that would effect me a life time. With the help of Mr. Manny Fernandez and his staff they made this process easier than I could’ve imagined. They were by my side the entire time and kept me up to date with the latest development. He himself would call to check on me periodically, especially after both back surgeries. The KF&B group always had my best interest at heart. Once again many thanks to Manny Fernandez and staff at the KF&B group.caring and attentive to your individual needs and efficient in their work. Ive gone here fortunately but unfortunately one to many occasions but they’ve had me evey single time. I couldn’t ask for better service. Thank you.
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I had two car accidents from within 2017 and 2018. The first one is where I got hit by a tow truck. He got in my lane and hit me. Then the second accident was where a drunk driver hit me in the rear end. I cannot work anymore because of this. I have tried to work and make money to live on. I called the law office and they took my case right away. I just want to say that I am so happy with the results. I am now able to have some peace of mind. They helped with the medical portion as well as I am still in the recovery process. Thank you so much for helping me with my two car accidents. The very best I would say and so much moreFrom start to end of the case (which was completed in 6 months!), I felt like Marcus had my back and truly was there to represent and advocate for me. 10/10 would recommend to anyone in need of legal support.
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Marcus Fernandez was amazing. I have been in two car accidents that were not my fault. He handled both accidents with respect, and strength. Mr. Fernandez did an outstanding job with ensuring that I was aware of every move, every response from the other insurance carrier, what our next steps were going to be, including doing the full mediation to settle out of court for me!! I appreciate all his help!! I highly recommend Kinney, Fernandez, and Boire!!!! This law firm is a great group of individuals who care about their clients and are determined to get results!!!!Blessings Too ME!!!!!I would recommend them to anyone…Special Thanks To Mrs.DEE She kept me Encouraged &Motivated the whole way through definitely GREAT PEOPLE TOO HANDLE BUSINESS WITH
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