Orlando Wrongful Death Lawyer: Fatal Crash Compensation
TL;DR: Florida allows families to file wrongful death claims after fatal accidents. Recoverable damages include medical bills, funeral costs, lost support, and companionship. A wrongful death lawyer in Orlando ensures families get justice.
Losing a loved one in a car accident is devastating. Beyond grief, families face medical bills, funeral costs, and lost income. Florida law allows wrongful death claims to help families recover.
At Marland & Rodriguez, P.C., we handle wrongful death cases with compassion and strength. As a women-owned, bilingual law firm, attorneys Adriana Rodriguez and Stephanie Marland represent Orlando families in English and Spanish.
What Florida Law Allows
- Medical expenses from the accident
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of income and support
- Loss of companionship
“Families shouldn’t have to carry financial burdens while grieving. Wrongful death claims exist to protect them.” — Adriana Rodriguez
Who Can File a Claim
- Surviving spouse
- Children
- Parents of minors or dependents
- Personal representative of estate
Why Families Need a Lawyer
- Prove negligence in fatal crash
- Calculate lifetime lost income
- Provide emotional distance during litigation
“Wrongful death cases are about more than money. They’re about giving families closure and accountability.” — Stephanie Marland
FAQs
Q1: How long do families have to file?
Q2: Can adult children file claims?
Q3: Are wrongful death damages taxable?
Q4: What if the driver was uninsured?
Q5: How are settlements divided?
Services
Practice Areas
Auto Injury
As Orlando auto injury lawyers, we fight insurers so crash victims recover medical costs, lost wages, and the justice they deserve
Wrongful death
Families facing wrongful death deserve answers. We honor their loss by holding negligent parties accountable with strength and compassion.
truck Injury
Truck injury cases are complex, but our Orlando lawyers know how to stand up to trucking companies and fight for full client recovery.
personal Injury
Personal injury impacts health, work, and family. We listen, guide, and fight for fair compensation when negligence changes a client’s life.