WRONGFUL DEATH CASES
Harrell & Harrell, P.A. is committed to representing the families of victims who have suffered an untimely death. Family members who are left behind are
filled with grief over the loss of a loved one and ultimately are left to pay for hospital bills and funeral expenses. We at Harrell & Harrell, P.A. want to help guide you through the legal process to arrive at a conclusion that your family rightfully deserves.
A "wrongful death" is caused by the misconduct of another person or company. The losses or damages vary somewhat depending on the jurisdiction and the type of relationship to the decedent. In Florida for example, a spouse is usually entitled to compensation for the loss of the love, affection, companionship, support, and services of the deceased for the period of their joint life expectancy. Another example: a "minor" child (who might actually be in his or her twenties) is usually entitled to recover for the loss of the guidance, affection, support, and services of the deceased. In each instance, the law seeks to allow compensation for the actual losses that have been experienced by each individual survivor.
It is also common for the estate to have the right to seek compensation for the loss of the prospective estate that would have accumulated had the wrongful death not intervened.
Lastly, medical and funeral expenses are normally recoverable
by the estate or the survivor who has paid or is obligated to
pay them.
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