Jacksonville Deadly Construction Accident Attorneys
A construction accident victim who is killed through the negligence or misconduct of another person or entity has suffered a wrongful death for which his family members can seek compensation.
Workers are at risk every day at a construction zone which can include everything from a high rise or commercial property to a remodeling job. Co-workers might be inadequately trained, heavy equipment can fail, an individual can fall from a high scaffold or fall into an open trench, debris can fall on the worker, wet floors can send a worker falling to his death, poor lighting, debris on the ground, exposed live wires, potholes, an absence of warning signs or faulty machinery can all contribute to the death of a construction worker.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports in Florida in 2009, there were 42 construction-related deaths. Workers were killed in falls, being hit by an object and equipment, harmful environmental exposure, and in transportation incidents while at work near a road.
Surviving family members can choose to file a wrongful death lawsuit seeking compensation for the loss of a loved one. The family must be able to prove that the death was caused, at least in part, by the negligence of others who operate the construction site or who operate the equipment. In construction, the at-fault party can be an individual or a corporation, since both have the obligation to protect workers on a job site. A Florida wrongful death lawsuit can name the manufacturer of the defective equipment.
Under Florida's Wrongful Death Act survivors can seek compensation based on their relationship to the decedent. A husband or wife may receive different compensation than a child, which can even include someone in their 20s who may depend on a parent for support, direction and affection.
A construction accident wrongful death attorney must be able to prove that the death occurred as a result of the negligence of an individual or corporation and that the survivors have suffered a financial impact as a result. A personal representative is appointed to bring the case on behalf of the estate of the deceased. Wrongful death damage may include funeral expenses, loss of consortium, any medical and funeral bills, and a loss of earnings anticipated over the lifetime of the spouse. Punitive damages may be awarded in a particularly egregious case.
Because there is a statute of limitation on a wrongful death claim, make sure you have contacted a Jacksonville wrongful death attorney before your two year limit expires.
A death in the family is excruciating enough, especially knowing that the wrongful death was preventable and due to someone else's negligence. Farah & Farah understands how to collect the documentation needed to pursue your winning Florida workplace fatality claim. We will aggressively represent you to the best of our ability with the goal of reaching the best possible outcome. A consultation is always complimentary and comprehensive.