Coral Springs, FL Wrongful Death Attorney 

Lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligence in Coral Springs?

Wrongful death attorneys who pursue accountability and compensation for grieving families.

No claim can undo the loss of a family member, but Florida law lets surviving relatives hold the responsible party accountable and recover for the harm done. A Coral Springs wrongful death attorney at Jacobson Injury Firm handles the legal side with care so the family can focus on grieving. Reach out today for a free, compassionate consultation.

Table of Contents

1. Wrongful Death Attorney Coral Springs, FL
2. Common Causes of Wrongful Death Claims
3. Florida’s Wrongful Death Act
4. What Sets Jacobson Injury Firm Apart
5. Damages a Family Can Recover
6. How the Process Works
7. Coral Springs Wrongful Death Attorney FAQs
8. Local Resources
9. What Clients Say
10. Contact Jacobson Injury Firm

Wrongful Death Attorney Coral Springs, FL

A wrongful death claim arises when a person dies because of another party’s negligent or wrongful act, from a crash on the Sawgrass Expressway to a fatal fall or an act of medical negligence. Families across Coral Springs and Broward County face these losses without warning, and the legal process can feel overwhelming on top of the grief.

Liability rests on negligence, the same standard used in injury cases, applied to conduct that took a life. A wrongful death attorney investigates what happened, identifies everyone responsible, and pursues the claim on the family’s behalf so they are not left negotiating with an insurer during the worst days of their lives.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death Claims

A wrongful death claim can arise from almost any kind of fatal negligence. The most common in Broward County include the following.

• Car, truck, and motorcycle crashes, particularly high-speed collisions on the Sawgrass Expressway, the Turnpike, and I-95.
• Pedestrian and bicycle fatalities, where an unprotected person is struck by a vehicle.
• Medical negligence, when a preventable error in diagnosis, treatment, or surgery proves fatal.
• Premises hazards, such as a fatal fall or a drowning caused by an unsafe property condition.
• Defective products, when a dangerous product causes a fatal injury.
• Nursing home neglect, where inadequate care leads to a resident’s death.

Florida’s Wrongful Death Act

Florida’s Wrongful Death Act, found in sections 768.16 through 768.26, controls how these claims work. A few features are important to understand.

• The personal representative files: The claim is brought by the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate, on behalf of the surviving family members.
• Eligible survivors: Spouses, children, parents, and sometimes other blood relatives who depended on the deceased may recover, depending on the circumstances.
• A shorter deadline: Wrongful death claims generally must be filed within two years of the death under section 95.11, and the clock runs from the date of death rather than the underlying injury.

What Sets Jacobson Injury Firm Apart

Prepared to Try the Case

Adam Jacobson prepares each claim as though a jury will decide it, which is often what moves an insurer toward a fair resolution. He earned his law degree from Florida International University College of Law and is licensed in Florida, New York, Connecticut, and Illinois.

Results and Direct Attention

Mr. Jacobson has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and grieving families, and he handles each case personally, so the family works directly with the attorney throughout a difficult process.

Damages a Family Can Recover

The damages available under the Wrongful Death Act are meant to address both the family’s and the estate’s losses. Depending on who survives, they may include:

• Lost support and services the deceased provided to the family.
• Loss of companionship, guidance, and protection, and the mental pain and suffering of surviving spouses, children, and parents.
• Medical and funeral expenses paid by a family member or the estate.
• The deceased person’s lost earnings and the net accumulations the estate could have expected.

How the Process Works

A wrongful death case follows a general path, and understanding it can ease some of the uncertainty for a grieving family.

• The court appoints a personal representative of the estate, often named in the will, to bring the claim.
• The firm investigates the death, gathers records and evidence, and identifies every responsible party.
• The full scope of the family’s losses is documented, from financial support to the loss of companionship.
• A demand is presented to the responsible party’s insurer, and negotiations begin.
• If a fair settlement is not offered, the claim proceeds to a lawsuit and, if necessary, trial.

Throughout, the goal is to spare the family the burden of dealing with insurers and opposing lawyers while they grieve, and to hold the responsible party fully accountable.

Coral Springs Wrongful Death Attorney FAQs

Who can file a wrongful death claim in Florida?

The personal representative of the deceased person’s estate files the claim, but it is brought on behalf of eligible survivors such as a spouse, children, and parents.

How long do we have to file?

Generally two years from the date of death under section 95.11, though certain circumstances can change that. Acting early protects both the deadline and the evidence.

What is the difference between wrongful death and a criminal case?

A wrongful death claim is a civil action for compensation, separate from any criminal charges. A family can pursue it regardless of whether the state files criminal charges.

What damages can survivors recover?

Survivors may recover for lost support and services, loss of companionship and guidance, mental pain and suffering, and funeral and medical costs, among other losses defined by the Act.

What does a wrongful death attorney cost?

Nothing upfront. The firm works on contingency, so the fee comes only from a recovery, and the first consultation is free.

Local Resources

• Broward Health Coral Springs operates the city’s hospital and 24-hour emergency room at 3000 Coral Hills Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33065. (954) 344-3000.
• The Coral Springs Police Department investigates fatal incidents from 2801 Coral Springs Drive. Non-emergency: (954) 344-1800.

For any emergency, call 911.

Please note: These organizations have no connection to Jacobson Injury Firm, and the firm does not endorse them. They appear here only as a convenience for readers.

What Clients Say

“Highly recommend Jacobson Law Offices! Mr. Jacobson has been incredibly helpful, patient, and knowledgeable. He took the time to listen to our situation, explain our options clearly, and provide valuable guidance when we needed it, all without asking for payment, or cutting us short to get to the money. You can tell he genuinely cares about helping people, and I’m very grateful for his time and support.” 

Fransheska J

More reviews are available on the firm’s Google Business Profile.

Contact Jacobson Injury Firm

Losing someone to another party’s negligence is a burden no family should carry alone. Jacobson Injury Firm represents grieving families across Coral Springs and Broward County with compassion and resolve, works on contingency, and charges no fee unless it wins a recovery. The first consultation is free. Contact us today to speak with a Coral Springs wrongful death attorney.