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Living through the heartbreaking wrongful loss of a loved one because of another party’s negligence leaves people feeling distressed, confused, and angry. 

People often struggle to navigate their feelings of deep despair and frustration after discovering their loved one’s unjust loss. They are often unsure of how to seek justice for their loved one or who to turn to for help. 

Seeking the help of a wrongful death lawyer can ease the stressful burden felt by you and your loved ones as you process and mourn the loss of your loved one. 

At Englander Peebles, we understand the immense sorrow and distress that comes with the wrongful death of a loved one. We dedicate ourselves to managing the complex and time-consuming insurance claim process related to wrongful deaths, allowing you and your family to concentrate on your healing and grieving.

Call our team at Englander Peebles at (954) 500-4878 today to schedule your free case evaluation if your loved one suffered a devastating wrongful death in Miami.

Why Choose Englander Peebles

Suffering from a catastrophic slip-and-fall accident leaves most people struggling with severe physical injuries, immense emotional anguish, and increasing financial hardships. 

Slip-and-fall accident survivors and their loved ones are often unsure of how to protect their rights and recover just compensation for their damages. 

At Englander Peebles, we know how complicated and stressful a life-changing accident is for our local Florida community. 

Our team is committed to providing each of our clients with client’s personalized service. We believe in fully supporting our community during its trying times and are available 24/7 to address any questions and concerns. 

We believe in advocating on our client’s behalf and negotiating in their best interest to deliver the best results possible for their cases. Our relentless team of assertive attorneys is fearless in taking a client’s case to court to maximize their compensation or attain justice for their damages.  

All of our client relationships begin with a free case evaluation. During this meeting, we will take the time to listen to and understand your painful and challenging situation thoroughly. Our team will answer any questions you have regarding your case and will address all of your concerns. From there, we will guide you on the best path forward to seek justice and fair compensation for your unjust damages. 

Contact us today to schedule your free case evaluation. Let us help you get the care and justice you deserve after your loved one’s heartbreaking wrongful death in Miami. 

Dedicated Results for Our Clients

At Englander Peebles, we understand how complicated and upsetting navigating the stressful aftermath of a wrongful death is. 

Our firm strives to deliver the best possible results to our clients who are seeking justice for their unfortunate circumstances. 

We have successfully recovered over $10,000,000 in compensation for our clients, including

  • $2,500,000 for an accident at a commercial property
  • $1,200,000 for a slip-and-fall accident
  • $1,000,000 for a slip-and-fall accident
  • $560,000 for a car accident
  • $550,000 for a motor vehicle accident
  • $500,000 for a slip-and-fall accident
  • $350,000 for a car accident

Contact our reliable team at Englander Peebles today to get the care and help you deserve after your loved one suffers a wrongful death in Miami. 

What Is a Wrongful Death?

A wrongful death refers to the loss of an individual resulting from the negligence or carelessness of another party. This tragic event arises from various circumstances, such as a drunk or reckless driving incident, negligently maintained fleets of vehicles, or slip-and-fall accidents on poorly maintained property. 

The aftermath of wrongful deaths frequently leaves the deceased’s loved ones grappling with intense grief, shock, frustration, and despair.

Feet of a Dead Person While the Doctor Performs the Autopsy on the Background

What Is Negligence?

Negligence is the failure of an individual or group to exercise reasonable care in a given situation. It occurs due to either a specific action taken or a failure to take necessary actions when a party has an obligation to do so. 

Common instances of negligent behavior include driving under the influence, reckless driving, trucking companies failing to maintain their vehicles properly, property owners neglecting the safe upkeep of their premises, and businesses releasing defective products due to manufacturing errors. 

If you lost a loved one as a result of another party’s negligence, contact our dedicated team of wrongful death attorneys at Englander Peebles. We are here to assist you in seeking the care and justice you and your family deserve during this difficult time.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death

Learning of the wrongful death of a loved one leaves people struggling through feelings of despair and confusion as they manage their grief and heartache. 

Common causes of wrongful death include 

  • Slip-and-fall incidents where a property owner has inadequately and unsafely maintained their premises
  • Premises liability incidents in which a property owner neglects to implement sufficient care and safety measures, leading to a tragic outcome
  • Vehicular accidents caused by impaired driving, which may involve alcohol, illegal drugs, prescribed medications, or over-the-counter medications
  • Reckless driving incidents involving drivers of personal passenger vehicles, rideshare services, commercial trucks, or motorcycles
  • Product liability incidents where a defect or manufacturing flaw in a product severely harms a user
  • Violent acts, such as assault and arson, that result in an individual’s untimely death

Contact our team of compassionate lawyers today at Englander Peebles if your loved one has suffered a wrongful death due to another party’s negligence. Let us get you the help and justice you deserve. 

Compensation for the Wrongful Death of a Loved One

Coping with the profound sorrow of losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence leaves most people navigating an incredibly distressing and traumatic time. 

You can receive compensation for the damages suffered if your loved one experienced an unfortunate wrongful death. Recoverable damages include

  • Conscious mental suffering and anguish felt by your deceased loved one
  • Conscious physical pain felt by your deceased loved one
  • Emotional suffering and grief experienced by the survivors
  • Loss of consortium from no longer having companionship with your deceased loved one
  • Loss of income and future earnings of your deceased loved one
  • Potential inheritance reduction
  • Property damage
  • Medical expenses
  • Funeral expenses
  • Punitive damages

Partnering with a committed wrongful death attorney in Miami will help you attain justice for the tragic loss of your loved one while increasing your opportunity to obtain fair compensation for the pain and suffering experienced by both you and your loved one. 

Contact our trusted team at Englander Peebles today to schedule your complimentary case consultation. Allow us to help you obtain the justice and compensation you deserve for your loved one’s heartbreaking wrongful death in Miami.

Wrongful Deaths in Miami

Numerous accidents and circumstances can lead to the wrongful death of a loved one, making this tragic and painful loss more common than many people understand.

Unintentional injuries or accidents are a common cause of wrongful deaths in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than 227,000 unintentional deaths occurred in the United States in one recent year. 

The CDC further reports that unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for people between the ages of 1 and 44, the third leading cause of death for people between the ages of 45 and 64, the fourth leading cause of death for infants under one year old, and the seventh leading cause of death for people over 65. 

Slip-and-fall accidents that result from a negligently maintained property are another cause of wrongful death. 

The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), through the Florida Department of Health, estimates that 2.5% of people in Florida have been involved in slip-and-fall injuries in a single recent year. That same year, the rate of deaths from slip-and-fall accidents was 12.2 per 100,000 people in the state.

In Miami-Dade County, there were a total of 180 deaths from falls, representing a rate of 4.7.

A significant contributor to wrongful deaths are motor vehicle accidents, often resulting from reckless behaviors like speeding or driving while under the influence.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that an estimated 35 people in the United States are killed every day in alcohol-related motor vehicle accidents. The NHTSA further reports that an estimated 13,525 people died from a drunk driving accident in the United States in one recent year. 

The NHTSA states that 56 percent of drivers who were involved in a serious injury and fatal crash in one recent year tested positive for at least one drug

The NHTSA also reports that more than 12,150 people were killed by speeding in the United States in one recent year, with this type of reckless driving accounting for an estimated 19 percent of all traffic-related fatalities. 

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an estimated 3,350 fatal vehicle crashes occurred in Florida in one recent year, with more than 300 fatalities occurring in Miami-Dade County.

An estimated 940 fatalities in Florida were the result of an alcohol-impaired driver, and 385 deaths were caused by a speeding accident. In Miami-Dade County, alcohol-related traffic accidents wrongfully killed 75 people, while close to 25 individuals were killed in a speeding-related accident. 

What Do I Do After My Loved One Has Suffered a Wrongful Death?

Discovering your loved one suffered a devastating wrongful death because of another person’s negligence or recklessness is a heartbreaking and devastating experience. 

People commonly feel confused and distressed after learning of their loved one’s unjust loss, and many are unsure of what they should do next. 

Taking the proper steps after discovering the wrongful death of a loved one will protect your rights and maximize your chances of recovering just compensation for your heartbreaking loss. 

Maintain Detailed Documentation

Maintain a detailed file of documentation regarding your loved one’s wrongful death, including

  • A copy of the police report from the incident, if applicable
  • A copy of any medical reports from the incident
  • All photographs and videos from the scene of the accident, if applicable
  • Any witness contact information, if applicable 
  • A list of all expenses, including medical bills, funeral expenses, property damage, lost wages, lost future earnings
  • A journal tracking what you know about the incident that resulted in your loved one’s death, including any ensuing losses your family has suffered, as well as any conscious pain and suffering your deceased loved one experienced

Work With a Lawyer

Contact an attorney as soon as possible after learning of your loved one’s wrongful death to make sure you comply with Florida’s statute of limitations for your case. 

Working with a lawyer will safeguard your rights and enhance your likelihood of obtaining fair compensation for the tragic loss of your loved one. Your empathetic and committed legal team will manage all the complexities of the insurance claim and legal procedures, allowing you and your family to concentrate more on your healing and grief.

Contact Englander Peebles today to schedule your free case consultation. Let us help you get the justice and compensation you deserve for a wrongful death in Miami. 

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Navigating the devastating aftermath of the wrongful death of a loved one leaves people feeling heartbroken, distraught, and frustrated. 

Working with a dedicated wrongful death lawyer will make the handling the legal proceedings and insurance claim process much more manageable for you and your loved ones to navigate peacefully. 

Contact Englander Peebles today at (954) 500-4878 to schedule your free case evaluation. Let us help you get the justice and compensation you deserve for a wrongful death accident in Miami. 

Our office is conveniently located on NW 183rd Street, just across Miami Gardens Drive from the Miami Gardens Square shopping mall.