Daytona Beach, Florida, Wrongful Death Attorney
Providing Compassionate Representation Since 1983
In the aftermath of a family member's untimely death, it is human nature to search for someone to bear responsibility for your loss. If your loved one's death was caused by the careless or reckless actions of another person, you may be able to bring a wrongful death action against the responsible party.
At the offices of James W. Ledford, Attorney at Law, we have focused our practice exclusively on personal injury and wrongful death claims since opening our doors in 1983. Jim Ledford, a lawyer with more than 25 years of experience, offers compassionate advocacy for those left behind after a car accident death or other fatal accident.
To arrange a free consultation to discuss your options for pursuing a wrongful death action, please contact the offices of James W. Ledford, Attorney at Law.
What Is a Wrongful Death Action?
A wrongful death action is brought by the personal representative (or executor) of the deceased for the benefit of a surviving relatives. Part of a successful wrongful death action requires proving that the relatives were dependent on the deceased for financial support or other help with daily living.
In a wrongful death action, a settlement may be recovered for:
- The value of the lost financial support for the remainder of the natural life span of the deceased
- Lost companionship and pain and suffering, in the case of a surviving spouse
- Lost parental companionship and instruction and pain and suffering, in the case of surviving minor children
- Medical and funeral expenses
- Lost future earnings that would have otherwise been distributed through the deceased's estate following death after a normal life span
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If a family member has suffered an untimely or wrongful death, we invite you to contact our office
