Losing someone you love to an accident caused by another’s negligence is one of the most painful experiences a family can face. When a person suffers injuries but passes away before their legal claim is resolved, their estate can continue pursuing compensation through a survival action. In Boca Raton — whether the fatal incident occurred on I-95 or near the bustling Town Center Mall — families often feel unsure how to move forward while mourning their loss.
A compassionate Boca Raton survival actions lawyer from Werner, Hoffman, Greig & Garcia can guide you through this complex legal process. We understand that filing a wrongful death claim while grieving may feel overwhelming. Our team handles every detail, from investigating the cause of your loved one’s accident to ensuring their estate receives the compensation they deserve.
A survival action allows the personal representative of a deceased person’s estate to pursue the injury claim the victim could have brought if they had survived. These claims are distinct from wrongful death actions, which compensate surviving family members for their losses. In a survival action, the estate may seek damages for:
These damages become part of the deceased person’s estate and are ultimately distributed to heirs according to Florida law or the person’s will. Our attorneys work closely with families and estate representatives to ensure these claims are handled accurately and respectfully.
Although survival actions and wrongful death claims often arise from the same accident, they serve different legal purposes. Focusing on the damages suffered by the deceased person before death, survival actions are not about repaying their survivors. Instead, they are a posthumous way to get justice for the victim.
Wrongful death claims ask what loss survivors have because of the death. It can be tangible, such as a loss of financial support, or intangible, such as a loss of companionship.
Families may pursue both types of claims simultaneously. Handling survival action cases requires a meticulous attention to detail, and our Boca Raton law firm possesses the knowledge to navigate them effectively.
While the actions are on behalf of all heirs and beneficiaries, only the deceased person’s estate can file, and the personal representative does so on its behalf.
Absolutely. Two years is the general limit, but the statute functions differently in survival actions. Instead of starting on the date of injury, it starts running on the date of death.
No, and in many cases, both are appropriate. Our attorneys can help you pursue both claims simultaneously.
At Werner, Hoffman, Greig & Garcia, we understand the emotional and financial weight that follows the loss of a loved one. We approach every survival action with compassion and determination — fighting for justice while protecting your family’s peace of mind.
If you are ready to seek accountability and honor your loved one’s memory, contact us today to speak with a Boca Raton survival actions lawyer. We are here to support your family through every step of this process.
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