Wrongful Death

Under Florida Law, when the death of a person is caused by the wrongful act, or negligence of any person, including those occurring on navigable waters, and the event would have entitled the person killed to maintain an action and recover damages if death had not ensued, the negligent person, persons or corporation may be liable for damages as specified in the Florida Wrongful Death Act.

The action for Wrongful Death must be brought by the decedent's personal representative, or as many people know it, the executor of the estate. The personal representative or executor brings the claim on behalf of all the decedent's survivors who are legally entitled to recover damages. The term "survivor" is defined under the Wrongful Death Act, Chapter 768, Florida Statutes. Survivors can include a spouse, parent, children and other lineal descendants. Further, the estate itself has claims for medical and funeral expenses and lost net accumulations of the person who died. The damages that may be recovered are specified in the act. There are certain exceptions to the act involving cases of medical malpractice.

The death of a beloved family member is always difficult, but when that death is the result of a third party's negligence, that grief carries with it a great many questions. What happened? Why did this happen? How will the family move forward with a new reality — the loss of a loved one's companionship and support? What is anything can we do? What should be our first step?

At Kinney, Fernandez, and Boire PA,, our wrongful death attorneys represent clients across many communities, though out west central Florida including Tampa, St Pete, Clearwater, Sarasota, Brooksville, Spring Hill, Lakeland, Plant City, Brandon, Bradenton, Palm Harbor, Holiday, New Port Richey, Tarpon Springs, Citrus Park, Lutz, Dade City, Zephyrhills, Mulberry, Dover, Seffner, Riverview, Gibsonton, Ruskin, Bartow, Palmetto, Largo, Frostproof, Valrico, Seffner, Wimauma, Carrollwood, Pinellas Park, Siminole, Treasure Island, Indian Rocks, Indian Shores, Bellair, Madeira , Redington Beach, Anna Maria Island, Perico Bay, Holmes, Bradenton Beach, Millar Bay, Coquina, Long Boat, St Armands, Lido, Siesta, Casey Key, and Venice. We help answer the family's questions and to obtain the compensation they need after suffering this terrible loss.

With more than 100 years of combined experience, the lawyers at Kinney, Fernandez & Boire   have seen what the shock of wrongful death can do to families and friends. The moment you engage our services, we will help you cope with immediate problems such as funeral arrangements, opening the estate and notifying others.

Our attorneys will begin an immediate investigation into how the wrongful death happened and what persons and/or entities should be held responsible for the death and for your losses. Whatever caused your loved one's death — a fatal car accident injury, a pharmacy mistake, a surgical error, a drowning accident, electrocution at a construction site or any other death caused by negligence — we will employ knowledgeable, experienced experts during our investigation.

Quick, Experience, Determined, and Compassion:

We know that it is hard to make decisions when a loved one has died. We also know how important it is to quickly begin an investigation, preserve evidence and file a lawsuit before the statute of limitations prevents action. Put your concerns into the hands of lawyers with experience and deep compassion for what you are going through.

A person who needs the help of a Wrongful Death Lawyer should look to the qualifications of the law firm, the approach to client relations by the lawyers and legal assistants, and the track record of the law firm over the years. At Kinney, Fernandez & Boire, our law firm has been representing families involved in cases of Wrongful Death since the firm began almost 20 years ago. Our lawyers have over 100 years combined experience and have together represented dozens of families that have suffered the loss of loved ones. Our lawyers have obtained jury trial verdicts and settlements that run into the millions in cases involving wrongful death. The lawyers of our law firm have represented families in both State and Federal Court in various counties throughout the State of Florida in cases in which the negligence of a person or corporation has caused the death of another. We are confident in our knowledge and experience when it comes to Wrongful Death cases.

Beyond practical experience as lawyers, in a case involving the death of a loved one, the attitude and approach of the law firm is very important. A client needs to feel comfortable with their lawyers. They must have complete confidence that the law firm representing their family has a true appreciation for the loss suffered, and a true appreciation for the confidence shown by the family in hiring the law firm at such a tragic, and CRITICAL, time. At Kinney, Fernandez & Boire, we will NEVER take for granted the importance of handling a case involving Wrongful Death, nor will we forget how important it is to give PERSONAL ATTENTION to the family and all aspects of the case itself.

Review the information available online about our law firm, call us for a confidential and free consultation, and let us show you that Kinney, Fernandez & Boire has the knowledge, experience, track record and demeanor to represent your family at this time.

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