{"id":1420,"date":"2026-08-13T01:44:57","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T01:44:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/34-74-180-255.nip.io\/catastrophic-truck-accident-injuries\/fatal-truck-accident-wrongful-death-lawyer-miami\/"},"modified":"2026-08-16T21:24:51","modified_gmt":"2026-08-16T21:24:51","slug":"fatal-truck-accident-wrongful-death-lawyer-miami","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/catastrophic-truck-accident-injuries\/fatal-truck-accident-wrongful-death-lawyer-miami\/","title":{"rendered":"Miami Fatal Truck Accident Wrongful Death Lawyer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-secondary-background-color has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"Damaged semi truck and crushed passenger vehicle after a serious highway collision.\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-crushed-passenger-vehicle-after-a-ser-photo-5.png\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-crushed-passenger-vehicle-after-a-ser-photo-5-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-crushed-passenger-vehicle-after-a-ser-photo-5-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-crushed-passenger-vehicle-after-a-ser-photo-5-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-crushed-passenger-vehicle-after-a-ser-photo-5-1024x572.png 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-crushed-passenger-vehicle-after-a-ser-photo-5.png 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1376px) 100vw, 1376px\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\">Fatal Truck Accidents \u00b7 Miami, FL<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">When a Truck Crash Takes Someone You Love<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);\">A death is the most catastrophic outcome there is. If a commercial truck crash killed a family member in Miami, CHG Personal Injury Lawyers can help you understand your rights and pursue a wrongful death claim.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Request a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Why Families Turn to Us<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Free<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Confidential case evaluation<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--check chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">$0<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">No fees unless we recover for you<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">FL Bar<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Licensed Florida attorneys<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">EN\/ES<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Bilingual support in English &amp; Spanish<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By CHG Lawyers \u00b7 Published August 04, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Fatal Truck Accident Wrongful Death Lawyer in Miami<\/h2>\n<p>Did you lose a loved one in a Miami truck crash? A wrongful death claim lets your family hold the trucking company and driver responsible. It also helps you recover for your loss. We know legal questions feel impossible right now. This page explains, in plain language, what you can do next.<\/p>\n<p>We are so sorry for your loss. When a semi-truck or commercial vehicle takes a life, families are left with grief and questions. They also face bills they never expected. A <strong>fatal truck accident wrongful death lawyer in Miami<\/strong> can carry the legal weight. That way, you can focus on your family.<\/p>\n<p>You don&#8217;t pay anything up front. You can ask every question before you decide anything.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request a free, no-obligation case evaluation<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-blocking-a-highway-after-a-serio-photo-3-1024x572.jpg\" alt=\"Overturned commercial truck blocking a highway after a serious collision at dusk.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-blocking-a-highway-after-a-serio-photo-3-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-blocking-a-highway-after-a-serio-photo-3-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-blocking-a-highway-after-a-serio-photo-3-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-blocking-a-highway-after-a-serio-photo-3-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-blocking-a-highway-after-a-serio-photo-3.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1376px) 100vw, 1376px\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,#900000);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What a Fatal Truck Accident Wrongful Death Claim Is<\/h2>\n<p>A wrongful death claim is a civil case. Surviving family members bring it when someone dies because another party was negligent (careless). It seeks money for the harm the death caused your family.<\/p>\n<p>This claim is separate from any criminal case or traffic ticket. Even if police file no charges, your family may still have a civil claim. The two systems work on their own.<\/p>\n<p>This page is for families of victims killed by commercial vehicles. That includes semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, tractor-trailers, delivery trucks, box trucks, and dump trucks. Our attorneys handle catastrophic and fatal truck cases in Miami and nationwide.<\/p>\n<h2>Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Florida<\/h2>\n<p>In Florida, one person files the claim: the personal representative of the deceased person&#8217;s estate. They file on behalf of the surviving family. Florida&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/\">Online Sunshine statutes<\/a> set out this framework in the Florida Wrongful Death Act.<\/p>\n<p>The people who may recover often include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The surviving spouse<\/li>\n<li>The children of the person who died<\/li>\n<li>The parents, in certain situations<\/li>\n<li>Some blood relatives who depended on the deceased for money<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We help families name and appoint the personal representative. Often that&#8217;s a spouse, adult child, or parent.<\/p>\n<p>Florida also sets strict deadlines to file. Many negligence claims arose on or after March 24, 2023. For those, the deadline is now <strong>2 years<\/strong>, under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a795.11<\/a>. The exact deadline depends on your facts. Please confirm it with an attorney soon. Waiting can end your right to file.<\/p>\n<h2>What Compensation May Be Available<\/h2>\n<p>No amount of money undoes your loss. But Florida law recognizes the very real harms and costs a family faces after a death.<\/p>\n<p>Surviving family members may be able to recover:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Loss of the loved one&#8217;s financial support and household help<\/li>\n<li>Loss of companionship, guidance, and protection<\/li>\n<li>The survivors&#8217; own mental pain and suffering<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The estate may also recover:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Medical bills from the injury before death<\/li>\n<li>Funeral and burial costs<\/li>\n<li>Lost earnings and the value of what the person likely would have saved<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What your family can recover depends on two things. First, your relationship to the person who died. Second, the facts of the case. We can&#8217;t promise any specific amount. But we can explain what categories may apply to you.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,#900000);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Have questions about what happened?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask our team directly. The first conversation is free, confidential, and there is no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Why Fatal Truck Cases Are Different From Car Cases<\/h2>\n<p>Truck cases are more complex than a typical car crash. They involve more parties, more rules, and more evidence. That complexity matters for your family.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More parties may share fault.<\/strong> Any of these may be responsible:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The truck driver<\/li>\n<li>The trucking company that employed the driver<\/li>\n<li>The company that loaded the cargo<\/li>\n<li>A maintenance contractor<\/li>\n<li>A vehicle or parts manufacturer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Federal safety rules apply.<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/\">Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration<\/a> sets rules on driver hours, truck maintenance, and driver training. Breaking these rules can help prove negligence.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key evidence disappears fast.<\/strong> Trucks carry an electronic control module. People call it a &#8220;black box.&#8221; It records speed and braking. Other key records include driver logs, dispatch records, dashcam video, and post-crash drug-and-alcohol testing.<\/p>\n<p>This is why acting early matters. Our attorneys send a legal preservation letter (a spoliation letter). It tells the trucking company to protect these records. Without it, logs and data can be overwritten or lost within days.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Process Works: Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>Here&#8217;s what to expect when you work with a Miami truck accident wrongful death attorney. We keep your family informed at every stage.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free case evaluation.<\/strong> We listen to your family&#8217;s story and answer your questions. There&#8217;s no cost and no obligation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> We move fast to secure crash data, scene evidence, witness statements, and the trucking company&#8217;s records.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Setting up the claim.<\/strong> We help appoint the personal representative. We also identify every liable party and insurer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Building the case.<\/strong> We gather medical, financial, and family-impact evidence. This shows the full scope of your loss.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Demand and negotiation.<\/strong> We present a demand to the insurers. If they won&#8217;t offer a fair resolution, we file suit.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Litigation and trial.<\/strong> If needed, we take the case to court and to trial. We keep you updated the whole way.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Timelines vary. Some cases resolve through negotiation. Others require litigation over many months. We&#8217;ll give you honest guidance about what your case may involve.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Families Choose CHG Personal Injury Lawyers<\/h2>\n<p>Families choose us for two reasons. We focus on catastrophic and fatal injury cases. And we treat every family with dignity. Here&#8217;s what sets our team apart.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>We concentrate on serious cases,<\/strong> including complex commercial-truck claims that need deep investigation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Our attorneys are admitted to The Florida Bar.<\/strong> You can review the Bar&#8217;s consumer resources on hiring a lawyer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>We handle cases in Miami and nationwide,<\/strong> so we can help even if you live in another state.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bilingual support in English and Spanish<\/strong> for Miami families.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No fee unless we recover for you.<\/strong> We work on a contingency fee. You pay no attorney fees up front.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We never promise a specific result. What we promise is diligence, honesty, and personal attention.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Talk with our team today \u2014 free and confidential.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,#900000);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Want to know where you stand?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tell us what happened and our team will walk you through the options available to you, at no cost.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free review<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free review<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How much does it cost to hire you?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first case evaluation is free. We work on a contingency fee. You pay no attorney fees unless we recover money for your family.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do we have to file a wrongful death claim in Florida?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Strict deadlines apply. Many claims arose on or after March 24, 2023. For those, the deadline is 2 years under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a795.11<\/a>. Confirm your exact deadline with an attorney quickly.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if a police report says our loved one was partly at fault?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may still recover under Florida&#8217;s shared-fault rule in <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7768.81<\/a>. But a person found more than 50% at fault generally cannot recover. We can review the report&#8217;s accuracy.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do we have to go to court?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not always. Many cases settle through negotiation. If the insurer won&#8217;t offer a fair resolution, we&#8217;re ready to file suit and go to trial.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What should we do right now to protect the claim?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t sign anything from the trucking company&#8217;s insurer. Try to save any photos, documents, or records. Then contact an attorney. That way, key truck evidence can be secured before it&#8217;s lost.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can you help if the crash happened outside Miami or we live in another state?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Our firm handles fatal and catastrophic truck cases in Miami, across Florida, and nationwide.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/investigators-documenting-a-commercial-truck-collision-besid-photo-3-3-1024x559.png\" alt=\"Investigators documenting a commercial truck collision beside a closed highway lane.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" width=\"1408\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/investigators-documenting-a-commercial-truck-collision-besid-photo-3-3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/investigators-documenting-a-commercial-truck-collision-besid-photo-3-3-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/investigators-documenting-a-commercial-truck-collision-besid-photo-3-3-768x419.png 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/investigators-documenting-a-commercial-truck-collision-besid-photo-3-3-1024x559.png 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/investigators-documenting-a-commercial-truck-collision-besid-photo-3-3.png 1408w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1408px) 100vw, 1408px\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk to a Miami Truck Accident Wrongful Death Lawyer Today<\/h2>\n<p>You don&#8217;t have to face this alone. And you don&#8217;t have to figure out the law by yourself. A free, confidential case evaluation costs nothing and carries no obligation.<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s no upfront cost. Bilingual help is available for Miami families. Reaching out is simply a first step to understand your options.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request your free case evaluation now.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Explore related resources: <a href=\"\/resources\/truck-accidents\/\">catastrophic truck accident claims<\/a>, <a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-injury-claims\/\">catastrophic injury claims<\/a>, <a href=\"\/resources\/traumatic-brain-injury\/\">traumatic brain injury<\/a>, and <a href=\"\/resources\/spinal-cord-injuries\/\">spinal cord injuries<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>This is attorney advertising. The information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome, and contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Florida Has Strict Filing Deadlines<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wrongful death claims are governed by firm time limits under Florida law. For many claims arising on or after March 24, 2023, the deadline is two years under Fla. Stat. \u00a795.11. Evidence like truck logs, dashcam footage, and maintenance records can disappear quickly. 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