Category Archives: Wrongful Death
Fatal Tampa Crash Highlights the Rights of Tampa Families After a Fatal Car Accident
A recent fatal car accident in Tampa demonstrates that a single car accident can lead to both criminal charges and civil legal claims. According to local news reports and the Tampa Police Department, a 20-year-old driver was recently arrested after investigators alleged he was driving a Tesla at more than 100 miles per hour… Read More »
Family Settles Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Explosion in Apartment Kills Florida Woman
The widower and children of an Orlando woman recently reached a settlement with Woodhill Apartments regarding a fatal explosion that occurred at the victim’s residence. According to the lawsuit, the decedent was severely burned in an explosion in her unit. Investigators later discovered an uncapped and unplugged gas line in the apartment’s laundry room…. Read More »
Family of Trucker Killed in Deadly Crash Sues Florida Highway Patrol for Wrongful Death
The family of a truck driver who was killed in a deadly crash spurred by the pursuit of a fleeing suspect in St. Lucie County has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Florida Highway Patrol and the estate of the police officer who led the chase and also lost his life that day. Both… Read More »
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Florida?
The loss of a loved one is a devastating experience. When a negligent party is to blame for the death, it can be even more difficult. Those who lost a loved one due to negligence may be entitled to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent party. But there are rules as to… Read More »