The Villages Wrongful Death Lawyer
The loss of a loved one can affect every aspect of your life. You will likely face unexpected bills, considerable emotional pain and suffering, and a new way of life. However, you may have options to seek justice and recover your losses. If another party caused your loved one’s passing, our personal injury lawyers in The Villages can help you file a wrongful death claim and recover compensation.
Call the Meldon Law team today for a free consultation: (352) 373-8000.
What Our Wrongful Death Attorneys Can Do for You
We want you to be able to focus on grieving your lost loved one and celebrating their life. We will handle all the following for your case.
Identifying All Liable Parties
Who we hold liable depends on the accident that caused your loved one’s passing. Potentially liable parties could include:
- Motor vehicle drivers
- Truck drivers
- A negligent driver’s employer
- Property owners
- Nursing home staff
- Nursing home administrators
- The nursing home itself
- Dog owners
- A municipality
Other parties that aren’t listed might be liable. Our team will investigate your case to determine who might be liable. Multiple parties might share liability.
Gather Evidence to Establish Liability
We will gather all necessary evidence to prove the other party is liable for the accident. The evidence we use may include:
- Photos and videos of the scene
- Photos and videos of your injuries
- Eyewitness testimony
- Police or accident reports
- Black box data
- Previous complaints about injuries or abuse
We might also consult with expert witnesses if necessary.
We will use this evidence to prove the following:
- The at-fault party owed you a duty of care.
- They breached this duty by behaving negligently.
- The negligence caused your loved one’s accident.
- You lost your loved one and sustained damages.
Determine a Value for Your Claim
We will look into your situation to determine a fair value for your settlement. We’ll use evidence like invoices, W2s, pay stubs, and receipts. We might also use expert witnesses to determine the value of certain losses, such as lost support and services.
Negotiate for a Fair Settlement
Once we have determined a fair value, we’ll fight for it.
Managing Deadlines
If we believe that taking your case to court is the best option, we will file a lawsuit. However, there is a limited amount of time to take action. Per Florida Statute 95.11, you have two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Our team will manage this deadline, ensuring we leave ourselves enough time to build a strong case. However, to give ourselves that time, you have to call us soon.
Represent You at Trial
We’ll represent you at trial, establishing that the other party’s negligence caused you to lose your loved one.
Provide You With Updates
This can be a very isolating experience. We never want you to feel as though you’ve been left in the dark. We’ll provide you with regular updates to ensure you always feel involved.
Experience the Meldon Law Difference
We aren’t just any law firm. Here are just a few things that set us apart from other attorneys.
We Care About YOU, Not Just Your Case
We don’t treat you like a number. Our team CARES. We handle cases with Compassion and Accountability; ensure we are Reliable; and strive for Excellence and Success.
Our Representation Precedes Us
Insurance companies know we’re not to be messed with. We’re a force to be reckoned with, both inside the courtroom and out. We’ll stand for you, ensuring that they respect you and your right to compensation.
This Isn’t Just a Job for Us
Fighting for the justice you deserve isn’t just a job for us; it’s a calling, and we treat it as such.
We Want You to Understand the Process
We ensure you know what to expect throughout the entire process. We also educate you on the process so you’ll know what to expect if you need to file an injury claim in the future. We have written books, consumer guides, and blogs and we host both a podcast and a weekly legal talk show. We know what we’re doing and we want you to know, too.
Learn more about the Meldon Law difference today: (352) 373-8000.
Recoverable Damages in a Wrongful Death Case
No amount of money will make these circumstances okay. But you need the time to grieve and celebrate your loved one’s life without the threat of eviction or creditors calling you day and night.
You deserve compensation for every dollar you’ve lost and every minute of emotional anguish this has caused you. We’ll fight for compensation for:
- Funeral and burial costs
- Medical bills (for any care your loved one needed before they passed)
- Lost support and services
- Pain and suffering
- Lost companionship and protection
Types of Accidents We Can Help You With in The Villages
Unfortunately, any type of accident can cause a fatal injury. We can help you after a:
- Car accident
- Truck accident
- Golf cart accident
- Bicycle accident
- Motorcycle accident
- Dog bites
- Slips and falls or other premises liability accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Nursing home abuse or neglect
We Won’t Back Down from an Insurer or Large Corporation
The insurance company isn’t concerned with the fact that you lost your loved one. It’s concerned with saving as much money as possible. It will attempt to convince you to take as little as possible in a settlement. We won’t let them do that. We’ll stand toe-to-toe and won’t let them bully you into accepting less than you deserve.
Note: It’s very important that you don’t accept a settlement before you run it by us. Once you sign an offer, your case is over, and you’ve given up your right to recover compensation later—even if you find out that you deserve tens of thousands more. Our team will review any offers to determine whether they are fair or not.
Read What Our Clients Have Said About Us in the Past
We can tell you what we’ll do for you, but we believe that former clients will help you better understand how our help will make you feel:
- “My team with Meldon Law was awesome and were really helpful during a difficult time in my life. They showed how much they cared and took their time to explain the process to me. I’m happy I chose them to help me with my case.”
- “Hands down the best law firm!!! True to their word, They won’t back down! God sent me to them for a reason, Thank You Jesus. Grateful for sure. Trustworthy, Notable and for the people. Thank you!!!”
- “Wonderful people!!! Everyone is always so kind and helpful.”
- “Meldon Law has a great reputation for a reason.”
Past Wrongful Death Claim Results
While no amount of money will bring your loved one back, we hope that these results show our dedication to you and your loved one:
- $250,000 after a patient passed away because of a failure to monitor a catheter
- $110,000 after a mother lost her baby when she was induced in the hospital
Can I Afford a Wrongful Death Lawyer?
Yes. Our team handles cases on a contingency-fee basis. This means you pay no upfront fees to get our help. We handle your entire case and only recover our attorney’s fees if you recover the compensation you need.
There is no financial risk when you work with our firm.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?
Only the personal representative of the decedent can file a wrongful death claim. This person was likely named in your loved one’s will. If not, the court will appoint a personal representative. We can help you determine if you should be the personal representative.
Who Can Benefit from a Wrongful Death Claim?
Only certain parties can benefit from a wrongful death claim. The personal representative will file a claim on behalf of the deceased person’s:
- Spouse
- Children
- Parents
- Estate
If the following parties are “partly or wholly dependent” on the deceased person, they can also benefit:
- Any blood relatives
- Adopted siblings
Our team will help you determine whether you qualify to benefit from a wrongful death case.
Call Us Today for Help with Your Wrongful Death Claim in The Villages
You need the time to grieve and celebrate your loved one instead of handling every aspect of a wrongful death claim. When you work with our team, you won’t have to do a thing. We manage your case from start to finish, fighting for the compensation you deserve and standing up for your rights.
Call the Meldon Law team today: (352) 373-8000. Remember, we don’t charge you anything upfront for our help. We don’t want you worrying about how you’ll afford our help at a time like this. You focus on your family and yourself; we’ll focus on your case.
