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No matter who is believed to be at fault in an accident at first, all parties should immediately consult with an experienced attorney. This is crucial to protecting the legal rights of all involved in wrongful death case. Time is of the essence in these type of cases because witnesses' memories fade, physical evidence can be lost and recovery of damages by the family can be delayed. This is why we recommend that you immediately contact an experienced Fort Lauderdale wrongful death attorney.

In order to be awarded compensation, the families of wrongful death victims must prove that the death was the result of another person or party's negligence, malicious behavior or malpractice. If the plaintiff cannot show proof of fault, compensation will not be awarded.

A party who files a wrongful death claim seeking financial damages from the responsible group or individual must prove that certain elements are true in their case to win in court. Successful parties must prove that the responsible party had a duty to act in a certain way, failed to act according to that duty, and in doing so, injured another party, causing damages resulting in death.

The best way to determine whether you have a legitimate wrongful death claim is to contact an experienced Fort Lauderdale wrongful death attorney as soon as possible to evaluate your claim and discuss your legal rights.