Personal Injury
February 23, 2026
Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is one of the most devastating experiences a family can face. When a fatal accident occurs because of reckless driving, medical negligence, unsafe property conditions, or workplace misconduct, Florida law allows surviving family members to pursue a wrongful death claim.
A wrongful death lawsuit is not just about compensation — it is about accountability. At Cano Law Firm, our Miami wrongful death attorneys represent families throughout Miami-Dade County, Broward County, and South Florida in cases involving fatal car accidents, truck crashes, motorcycle collisions, pedestrian accidents, medical malpractice, and other acts of negligence.
We handle these cases with care, discretion, and aggressive legal strategy to secure justice for your family.
Compensation for funeral and burial costs.
Income and benefits the deceased would have provided.
Emotional suffering and loss of parental guidance.
Household services and contributions lost.
Medical treatment incurred prior to passing.
In cases involving gross negligence or intentional misconduct.
Under Florida’s Wrongful Death Act, the personal representative of the deceased’s estate files the claim on behalf of surviving family members. Eligible survivors may include:
• Spouses
• Children
• Parents
• Dependent relatives
A Miami wrongful death lawyer can explain how Florida law applies to your specific situation and determine who is eligible to recover damages.
Negligent or reckless drivers causing deadly collisions.
Commercial vehicle crashes resulting in catastrophic loss.
High-impact crashes involving riders.
Drivers failing to yield to pedestrians.
Surgical errors, misdiagnosis, medication mistakes.
Premises liability incidents leading to fatal injuries.
Wrongful death cases are legally complex and emotionally difficult. Insurance companies often attempt to minimize payouts or dispute liability. Calculating long-term financial losses requires economic experts and careful documentation.
When you hire Cano Law Firm, you receive:
• Compassionate legal representation
• Direct access to your attorney
• Thorough accident investigation
• Expert consultation and damage analysis
• Aggressive negotiation with insurers
• Trial representation if necessary
• No fees unless we recover compensation
We are committed to helping families throughout Miami and South Florida pursue justice.
If your loved one suffered a wrongful death in Miami or Broward County, do not face the insurance company alone. Cano Law Firm provides aggressive legal representation for car accident victims across South Florida. Contact a Miami car accident lawyer today for a free case review. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
In most cases, Florida law allows two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Missing this deadline can permanently bar your claim. Consulting an attorney as soon as possible protects your rights.
A wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit seeking financial compensation. It is separate from any criminal charges that may be filed by the state. Even if no criminal charges are filed, a civil wrongful death case may still proceed.
The value depends on the deceased’s income, life expectancy, medical expenses, funeral costs, and the emotional and financial impact on surviving family members. Each case requires individualized analysis.
Yes. Florida law allows eligible surviving family members to recover damages based on their relationship to the deceased and financial dependency.
Florida follows a modified comparative negligence rule. Recovery may be reduced based on the percentage of fault assigned. An attorney can evaluate how liability affects compensation.