The claim is the same and is about and based upon a finding of medical negligence. The death act speaks to damages available. Thus any attorney will know to comply with medical malpractice presuit requirements and make a claim of negligence if supported by an expert medical opinion.

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The damages or enumerated in the statute and does it depends on the survivors relationship the amount of dependency whether there was financial support or just emotional support. If there is a potential lawsuit or claim against somebody for causing the death and there are dependent spouse minor... View More

So sorry to hear about your loss.

Yes, one may proceed with a wrongful death claim while a criminal charge is pending. The person who brings the claim must be appointed as Personal Representative (PR) of the Estate by the probate court. Only the PR is authorized to pursue claims, settle... View More

You should discuss this case in private with counsel here in Florida.

No, the fiancé would not have standing to sue.

Yes. If you have more questions please call my office. 877-475-2905.

Get a consultation with an attorney in your area who does probate law.

Her spouse may. Technically, the executor of the estate. So an estate may have to be opened. If one isn't opened already, it makes sense to speak with a member of the Fla Justice Assn who handles medical cases to see if there's even a likely case anyone would take. They are expensive and... View More

Answer to first question: of course, the tenant can ask the police whatever he wishes. Answer to second question: the police have the discretion to give the tenant permission to change clothes and go to the bathroom, and, in this situation, will likely give that courtesy, as the tenant has... View More

Two years to file the suit. Of course, it's best to start any case as soon as practical. Also, if you're talking about wrongful death due to medical malpractice, there are pre-suit notice requirements.

Family members who may recover damages in a Florida wrongful death case include:

The deceased person’s spouse, children, and parents, and any blood relative or adoptive sibling who is "partly or wholly dependent on the decedent for support or services." If a child is born to... View More

You have not given enough details, but probably not.

Yes, in Florida or anywhere else in the United States. Bankruptcy law is federal law, not state law. For exemptions from discharge in bankruptcy, see 11 U.S. Code § 523 - Exceptions to discharge:

https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/11/523

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There is not enough information in this question to answer it fully. If you are renting a property, maintenance of the pool should be listed in you Lease with who is responsible for it. If you do not return the leased property in the same condition you received it, minus some wear and tear, your... View More

Generally, pools must be dual drain and have safety guarding (fence or alarm at doors/sliders onto pool deck) per federal and FL law. Even after a pool passes building inspection, access to the pool is an ongoing maintenance/safety issue.

Sounds like there is a possible medical case. Hipaa violations aren't something you can sue for but failure to allow access to medical records may be. Why not contact a member of the Fla Justice Association who handles medical cases--they give free consults.

Section 515.27 is the section which contains penalties, and it only applies at the time of inspection. However section 29 applies even after inspection, and such violation would probably be applicable in a civil suit if a death or injury were to occur.

A detailed analysis would need to be explored before a strategy could be developed. Discuss in private with counsel here in Florida.

Misuse of process would be one. However any attorney who brought the cases may possibly have some responsibility as well.

Are you asking if you could be found to be liable for wrongful death? By "breaks in", I'm assuming that, in your scenario, the doors were locked. It's not likely, but in the event it does happen you should contact your homeowner's insurance company.