St. Petersburg Wrongful Death Lawyer

A St. Petersburg Wrongful Death Lawyer for Families Who Aren't Ready to Rush

Losing someone to another person's negligence is one of the hardest things a family can go through. When you're ready to talk, we're here to help you understand your options and hold the responsible party accountable — at your pace, not ours.

We represent families throughout St. Petersburg, Tampa, Clearwater, Bradenton, Sarasota, Brandon, Tarpon Springs, and New Port Richey.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Florida?

There's no such thing as a "minor" brain injury when it's yours. If you feel fine today but were in an accident recently, it's worth having this looked at, and worth protecting your claim either way.

Florida law generally allows a wrongful death claim to be filed by the deceased's surviving spouse, their children, or their parents if there's no surviving spouse or children. If none of these relatives exist, the claim may extend to other heirs, such as siblings, or to a personal representative appointed to handle the estate. We'll tell you plainly whether you're eligible to bring a claim — there's no need to guess, and no pressure to decide anything today.

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Every motorcycle accident case is different, but you may be entitled to recover:

  • Medical expenses, current and future
  • Lost wages and reduced earning potential
  • Rehabilitation and therapy costs
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress and reduced quality of life
  • Property damage and replacement

What Compensation Can You Recover

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What Compensation May Be Available

Economic Damages

Lost income and financial support your family would have received, along with funeral and burial expenses.

Non-Economic Damages

Loss of companionship, guidance, and the emotional toll a death like this takes on the people left behind. Florida law allows recovery for what was lost, not just what was earned.

Wrongful Death Claims vs. Survivorship Claims

These are two different types of claims, and a case can sometimes involve both. A wrongful death claim is brought by surviving family members to recover for their own losses — lost financial support, loss of companionship, and emotional suffering. A survivorship claim, by contrast, addresses what your loved one went through before passing, if they were hospitalized or treated for a period of time first — things like medical bills, treatment costs, and their own pain and suffering. We'll help you understand which applies to your situation.

What to Expect If You File a Claim

  1. Filing the Claim — We file a formal complaint outlining what happened and who's responsible.
  2. Investigation and Evidence — We gather medical records, accident reports, and witness accounts to build your case.
  3. Negotiation — Most cases resolve without going to trial. We negotiate for what your family is actually owed.
  4. Trial, If Necessary — If a fair resolution isn't offered, we're prepared to take the case in front of a jury.

Wrongful Death Claims vs. Survivorship Claims

These are two different types of claims, and a case can sometimes involve both. A wrongful death claim is brought by surviving family members to recover for their own losses — lost financial support, loss of companionship, and emotional suffering. A survivorship claim, by contrast, addresses what your loved one went through before passing, if they were hospitalized or treated for a period of time first — things like medical bills, treatment costs, and their own pain and suffering. We'll help you understand which applies to your situation.

Real Cases. Real Results.

Nearly 200 trials means we know what a case is worth before the insurance company tries to tell you otherwise. See what that's actually recovered for clients across Tampa Bay.

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Answers to the Questions We Hear Most

  • Who can file a wrongful death claim in Florida?

    Generally the surviving spouse, children, or parents of the deceased, and in some cases other heirs or a personal representative of the estate. We'll tell you plainly whether you're eligible.

  • What's the difference between a wrongful death claim and a survivorship claim?

    A wrongful death claim covers the family's own losses, like lost financial support and loss of companionship. A survivorship claim covers what your loved one experienced before passing, such as medical bills and their own pain and suffering. Some cases involve both.

  • How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim in Florida?

    Florida law generally gives you two years from the date of your loved one's death to file a claim, though some cases have different deadlines.

  • How much does it cost to hire a wrongful death lawyer?

    Nothing upfront. We work on contingency, so your family doesn't pay us unless we recover compensation.

Contact Us

An Experienced Wrongful Death Attorney, Ready When You Are

The right attorney does more than file paperwork — they hold the responsible party accountable and fight for what your family is owed, from lost financial support to the loss no dollar amount can fully address. Whenever you're ready, we're here.

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