The 2-Year Limit
Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death Cases
If your loved one died as a result of a car, workplace, slip-and-fall, or other type of accident, you may have a solid wrongful death case on your hands. However, you should not wait too long before seeking legal advice or taking legal action because the statute of limitations is now limited to just two years. If you wish to seek compensation and justice for your loss, you need to contact a wrongful death attorney right away. This gives the attorney time to negotiate your matter and/or prepare for trial, if needed. Regardless, you must file your lawsuit within two years, or you will be prevented from receiving any compensation or justice. Personal Injury and Wrongful Death As opposed to personal injury cases, where the injured party ultimately survives their ordeal, wrongful death cases result in the party dying as a result of their injuries from the accident. Additionally, who can file the lawsuit and when
must they file it differ. Personal injury cases must be filed within two years of the accident, whereas the family must file wrongful death cases within two years of their loved one’s date of death. Malpractice Exception A notable exception exists to this rule when you wish to move forward with a personal injury lawsuit related to a medical procedure that led to death. If you plan to file a lawsuit against the medical professional you believe caused your loved one’s death, you might have over two years to file a wrongful death case. In this instance, families can focus on filing wrongful death lawsuits “within two years from the time the incident is discovered ” or “ should have been discovered ,” according to Florida Statute 95.11 (4) (b). This is because some families do
death until weeks or even months after the fact. This exception extends the window of time you have to file a medical malpractice case. Proper Legal Support It is also very important to contact an attorney as soon as you decide to pursue a wrongful death case. If your family wants to take legal action in the aftermath of a loved one’s death, a wrongful death lawyer from The Law Offices of Marc L. Shapiro, P.A., can help you
through the process. We can further explain the statute of limitations on wrongful death in Florida and help you file a lawsuit before you reach the time limit. Call us at 239-500-5000 or contact us online to begin working with one of our experienced wrongful death attorneys.
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Delicious Ice Cream Cake
Ingredients
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2 cups crushed graham crackers
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1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) 1/2 cup chocolate or caramel topping (optional)
1/2 cup melted butter 2 quarts ice cream (any flavor, divided)
Directions
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Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. Combine graham cracker crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom and up the sides of the pan. 3. Place pan in the freezer for 30 minutes toy allow crust to set. 4. Meanwhile, let the ice cream melt just enough to become spreadable. Then spread half of the ice cream into the crust, sprinkle with nuts, then top with the remaining ice cream. 5. Drizzle with topping, if desired. Freeze for 3 hours or until firm. 6. Remove from freezer 15 minutes before serving.
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