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Wrongful Death
What is Wrongful Death?
Wrongful death is when the negligence or misconduct of another causes someone’s death. Wrongful death can result from an auto accident, premise liability, on-the-job accident, or medical malpractice.
While there may be a criminal law component in the prosecution of someone who caused the death of another, a wrongful death lawsuit is a civil case between the family of the deceased and the individual responsible for their death.
Was your loved one killed in an accident caused by another person’s negligence or misconduct?
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Who can sue in a wrongful death case?
It’s vital to understand Florida law and wrongful death lawsuits. In Florida, the only person who can file a wrongful death lawsuit is the personal representative (what many other states refer to as an Executor) of the individual’s estate. The personal representative is selected by either the decedent in their will, or if the decedent died without a will, the Court will appoint a personal representative, usually a family member, based on certain statutory criteria.
A personal representative is the only person who can file a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the Estate as well as eligible surviving family members and dependents. Occasionally, other surviving heirs and the appointed personal representative may disagree over whether to pursue a wrongful death claim. In those cases, it may be necessary for the other heirs to file a petition with the probate court to direct the personal representative to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
In a wrongful death claim, some, but not all compensation is paid directly to the estate. Some compensation is paid directly to the surviving family members and dependents of the deceased. What portion of the settlement goes to each surviving family member depends on a number of different factors.
Additionally, the personal representative has a legal obligation to name every survivor who would have any legal claim to a portion of any settlement proceeds prior to the proceeds being distributed. Failure to do so can result in that personal representative becoming liable to those unnamed beneficiaries for any settlement proceeds to which they were otherwise entitled to.
For these and many other reasons, it is extremely important for any personal representative or surviving family members who believe their loved one has passed away as a result of the careless, reckless, or intentional acts of another to discuss the facts of their potential claim with an experienced wrongful death attorney.
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Meet Our Attorneys
Daniel J. Glassman
Personal Injury Super Lawyer, 2013-2014
AREAS OF PRACTICE
- Wrongful Death
- Car Accidents
- Personal Injury
ABOUT DAN
Since 1995 Dan has spent his entire legal career protecting the rights and interests of individuals who have suffered serious injury and loss.
Nick Zissimopulos
Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law
AREAS OF PRACTICE
- Wrongful Death
- Car Accidents
- Personal Injury
- Criminal Defense
ABOUT NICK
Nick is Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law by the Florida Bar. He practices in both State and Federal courts in Florida.
John J. Kelly
Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Family Law
AREAS OF PRACTICE
- Criminal
- Personal Injury
- Family Law
ABOUT JOHN
In prosecuting more than a thousand criminal cases in the Alachua County Office, John has obtained extensive knowledge of the rules, policies, and procedures used by the State in Gainesville, FL, and surrounding areas.
Jesse Smith
Criminal and Civil Litigation
AREAS OF PRACTICE
- Criminal
- Personal Injury
- Administrative
- Appellate Employment
ABOUT JESSE
Member of the Florida Bar Association since 2007. Jesse Smith joined the firm of Glassman & Zissimopulos after a diverse legal career in the public and private sectors.
Rae Powers
Criminal and Personal Injury Law
(352) 505-4515
AREAS OF PRACTICE
- Auto Accidents
- Personal Injury
- Wrongful Death
ABOUT RAE
Rae is honest, direct, and driven in her career. Her time as a prosecutor and working in criminal law gave her a unique perspective for transitioning onto the Glassman & Zissimopulos Law team.
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Alachua, FL 32615
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