Orlando Wrongful Death Attorney

What to do if you were injured in the accident:

1. Report your accident to the appropriate authorities ASAP. Ensure Authorities are contacted and document the scene. Get medical treatment for any injuries you have sustained; don’t “shake it off.” Some injuries, like traumatic brain injuries or internal injuries, can have delayed symptoms. The sooner you can receive medical attention, the better for your health and your case.
2. Collect as much information as possible. You or someone you trust should attempt to get information from any involved parties. Important information can be the names of all parties involved and any eyewitnesses. If you were in a car crash, get the other driver’s insurance information too.
3. Take photographs. Photograph the scene, your injuries, the causing factors of the accident, and anything you think may be relevant. If you were injured on someone’s property due to a dangerous condition, take photos of the dangerous condition.
4. Get copies of all relevant documents. This can include police reports, incident reports, medical documents, and communications with insurance companies.

The more information you have about your case, the stronger your claim will be. If you were injured due to another’s carelessness, contact Pardy & Rodriguez to learn more about filing a claim.

Determining the Damages in a Wrongful Death Case

There are a lot of factors that are taken into account when determining the damages in a wrongful death case. They include the following:

• The Decedent’s Age – The family of a younger person with more earning potential might get a bigger payout than the family of someone closer to retirement age.
• The Character of the Decedent – If the decedent spent their money responsibly, then their family will usually receive a more significant damage award than someone who was more irresponsible.
• The Decedent’s Life Expectancy –  The family of someone in good health and who took care of themself is likely to get more than the family of someone in poor health or with a serious medical condition.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

Any of the survivors of the decedent (the person who died) can sue, but a representative on their behalf must file the suit. That representative is generally the executor of the decedent’s estate. In Florida, the people on whose behalf the representative can file a suit include the following:

• The spouse of the decedent
• The children of the decedent
• The parents of the decedent

Siblings of the decedent and their extended family can file a claim if they were named as the personal representative or guardian of the estate.