Tampa & Clearwater Wrongful Death Attorney

The wrongful death of a loved one is a terrible and tragic event. While you may be struggling with feelings of sadness and anger, it is important to take the steps necessary to protect the rights of your loved one against those who are responsible for their death. Whether your loved one's death was the result of medical malpractice, a personal injury, the use of a defective product, or even an automobile collision, someone else's negligence has taken that person from you. Working with a skilled attorney will allow you to have your legal questions answered and will give you peace of mind that your loved one's rights will be well-represented in a court of law.

Certain elements must be present in order for a wrongful death lawsuit to succeed. These elements include: the death of a human being; negligence of another person, company, or entity; surviving family members that are suffering a monetary injury due to a death; and an appointed personal representative for the deceased's estate.

In 2006, Florida passed the Wrongful Death Act. This Act outlines the provisions for the dependents and descendants of the deceased to receive compensation for the loss of monetary support due to the death of their family member. The Act also provides provisions for what to do when multiple people that were providers for their families lose their lives within 30 days of each other. This act provides all of the legal structure needed for a Wrongful Death Lawsuit.

If you need more information concerning the 2006 Wrongful Death Act or filing a wrongful death lawsuit, contact the Clearwater wrongful death attorneys of the Law Offices of Tragos & Sartes, P.L. Their experienced legal team will help to ensure that your family does not suffer due to the wrongful acts of another. Take comfort knowing that the Clearwater wrongful death attorneys are here to help you through this difficult time.