Margate Wrongful Death Lawyer

Providing Compassionate Support to Surviving Family Members with Wrongful Death Cases in South Florida

When the unthinkable happens and you lose a loved one due to the negligence or wrongful actions of another, Bader Bodnar Law is here to help. Our personal injury law firm has served all of Florida since 1989, providing dedicated legal counsel in wrongful death cases.

With our legal guidance, we’ll help you understand the legal elements of a wrongful death claim, including:

Duty of care: The defendant owed a duty of care to the deceased individual
Breach of duty: The defendant’s actions/negligence breached the duty of care owed to the deceased
Causation: The defendant’s breach of duty directly caused the death of the individual
Damages: The surviving family suffered losses from the death, including financial/emotional damages

Be sure to take these steps if you suspect a wrongful death of a loved one:

Notify law enforcement and request an investigation into the circumstances of the death
Preserve evidence related to the incident (photographs, witness statements, and medical records)
Consult with our attorney to evaluate your case and discuss legal options for pursuing compensation
Determine potential defendants/sources of liability (individuals, businesses, or government entities)

While no financial compensation can ever truly undo the damage done or return your loved one to you after death, the hope is to recover damages that can help ease the financial burdens of having lost a family member on whom you depended. The wrongful death legal process can be complicated, and surviving family members should not have to navigate the legal system on their own while still in a state of grief. Our Florida law firm can help you file a successful claim in pursuit of fair compensation for your loss. We offer free initial consultations to prospective new clients interested in our legal services. Remember, there is a time limit for filing wrongful death lawsuits in Florida, so you shouldn’t delay in contacting legal representation.

Reach out to us for a free, same-day consultation and case evaluation.

What Are the Benefits of Hiring an Attorney to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

If you lost a family member due to someone else’s negligence or a willful and wrongful act, it may be possible to hold them accountable with the help of experienced lawyers. Many families decide to go without professional legal representation and find difficulty proving negligence and recovering the financial compensation they deserve. An attorney with extensive experience representing families can be invaluable when seeking to prove negligence or intentional actions that robbed you of the companionship and financial support of your loved one. Our law firm is well-versed in the applicable laws to wrongful death claims, and we would be proud to assist you as you take legal action against the at-fault parties.

Wrongful death claims can be complex and emotionally draining. We’re here to help you navigate the process, providing honest, transparent handling of your case.

We’ll guide you through:

Understanding the definition of wrongful death and the legal basis for pursuing compensation
Identifying the duty of care and how it was breached
Establishing causation and the damages suffered
Preserving and gathering evidence related to the incident
Consulting on potential defendants and sources of liability
Seeking testimony from expert witnesses, including accident reconstructionists
Representing the decedent’s estate both in and out of the courtroom in pursuit of maximum compensation

To learn more about our legal services, please schedule a free case review with our law office today.

What Are Common Causes of Wrongful Death in Florida?

There are many ways in which another’s negligent actions or intentional acts could be the direct cause of your loved one’s passing. When a person dies in an accident or an act of violence, a thorough investigation is required to determine the cause of the accident and the potentially liable parties.

At our South Florida law firm, wrongful death attorney Austin Bodnar and his legal staff have experience representing several types of wrongful death cases, including the following:

Aviation accidents
Birth injuries
Boating and watercraft accidents
Car accident cases, including pedestrian, motorcycle, bicycle, and commercial truck accidents
Construction site accidents
Dangerous drugs
Defective products and product liability claims
Dog bites and animal attacks, particularly to children
Drunk driving
Golf cart accidents
Industrial and workplace accidents
Medical malpractice and medical negligence
Nursing home abuse and neglect
Pharmaceutical mistakes
Premises liability accidents
Slip and fall accidents
Swimming pool accidents and drownings
Violent crimes

Our Florida law firm has a proven track record of helping families through difficult circumstances in pursuit of justice and fair financial recovery. If it can be shown that the decedent’s death was the result of intentional or negligent actions, we can help you seek monetary losses and non-economic damages.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in FL?

When a person dies, their death may affect countless people or even an entire community. However, Florida law restricts the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit to certain surviving family members or representatives of the decedent’s estate.

Survivors who may file a wrongful death claim may include the following:

The decedent’s spouse, children (including adopted children), and parents
Any blood relatives or adoptive siblings who were dependent on the decedent for services or financial support

Depending on the survivor’s relationship with the deceased, you may be eligible to seek wrongful death damages with our legal assistance. We proudly provide estate representation when taking legal action to pursue wrongful death compensation.

Contact our Florida Law Offices to schedule your free initial consultation with our legal team today.

Can Experienced Attorneys Help You Seek Compensation from the Responsible Party?

No financial recovery can ever bring your loved ones back to you. The intention of compensatory damages is to make survivors ‘whole’ again, at least from a financial perspective.

Many families find that they will be offered a low settlement by insurance companies or the responsible parties. This is unacceptable. As your legal representation, we will seek to maximize the total compensation you stand to recover from your wrongful death suit.

If successful, survivors of the decedent may recover economic or non-economic damages for the following:

Burial expenses
Emotional trauma and mental anguish of surviving family members
Funeral expenses
Loss of benefits or inheritance
Loss of companionship, consortium, and guidance
Loss of financial support
Lost potential future earnings
Medical expenses incurred prior to death
Pain and suffering compensation

In certain circumstances, punitive damages may be awarded to surviving family members. Punitive damages are intended to punish defendants for particularly egregious actions or willful misconduct resulting in a person’s death.

Why Trust Our Florida Law Firm with Your Wrongful Death Claim?

At Bader Bodnar Law, we’re not just a law firm; we’re your advocate. We believe that surviving family members should not be responsible for medical bills incurred before death, lost wages, funeral expenses, and other losses. Those responsibilities should rest on the shoulders of the at-fault party and their insurance company providers. We will fight tirelessly in and out of the courtroom to help you get the justice and recovery you require.

We’re motivated by:

Operating on a contingency basis – we don’t get paid unless you do
Being available for you 24/7
Having helped achieve millions of dollars in victories
Serving cases from all over Florida

Let the legal team of Bader Bodnar Law be your trusted partner in your wrongful death claim. Call us today for effective legal representation.

Schedule a Free Case Evaluation with an Experienced and Compassionate Wrongful Death Attorney Today

If you suspect a wrongful death, it’s crucial to act quickly. Bader Bodnar Law is ready to assist you by providing expert legal counsel and compassionate support. Reach out to us today to get started on your wrongful death case.

We have extensive experience helping clients throughout the State of Florida with wrongful death lawsuits. To learn more, please contact us at 954-945-9689.