Wrongful Death Lawyer in Coral Gables, 33134
You're Grieving. You Shouldn't Also Have to Fight Alone for Justice
Wrongful Death Lawyer in Coral Gables, Florida
Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things you will ever go through. While you are grieving, the insurance company is already working. They might call you, ask for a statement, or offer you a small amount of money. Their goal is to pay you as little as possible.
CHG Lawyers handles the legal fight so you can focus on your family. We have recovered millions of dollars for South Florida families. We also handle the entire estate and probate process for you at no extra cost.
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Under Florida law (Florida Statute 768.16-768.26), a wrongful death happens when someone dies because of another person's carelessness or bad actions. The law allows the family to file a lawsuit to get money for their losses.
Understanding Florida's Wrongful Death Act
Who Can File a Coral Gables Wrongful Death Claim
Only one person (called the "personal representative") can file the lawsuit. They file it on behalf of the family, including the spouse, children, parents, and any relatives who depended on the person who died. We will help you set up the estate and choose this representative at no extra cost.
Insurance adjuster already called you?
Do not give a recorded statement. Talk to us first — free.
Common Causes of Wrongful Death in Coral Gables
Fatal Car Accidents on Coral Gables Roads
Fatal car accidents on Miracle Mile, Ponce de Leon Boulevard, and US-1 remain the leading cause of wrongful deaths in the area. Common causes include drunk driving, distracted driving, speeding through pedestrian zones near the University of Miami, and red-light running at heavily trafficked intersections.
Truck Accidents and Commercial Vehicles
Accidents involving large commercial trucks are often fatal because of their size and weight. Since many trucks travel through the area from the Port of Miami, these accidents often involve multiple companies and have larger insurance policies.
Premises Liability and Workplace Deaths
These accidents include falls, drownings in pools, construction site accidents, or crimes caused by poor security. They often happen because a property owner or builder failed to keep their property safe.
Damages Available in Coral Gables Wrongful Death Cases
Survivor Damages: This pays for the loss of financial support, help around the house, and companionship the deceased would have provided. For example, if a 35-year-old parent who made $75,000 dies, this loss can be over $3 million. It also pays for the emotional pain and grief of losing a loved one.
Estate Damages: This pays for medical bills from the accident, funeral and burial costs, and the money the deceased would have saved over their lifetime.
Punitive Damages: In cases of extreme carelessness—like a drunk driver with past DUIs or a company that broke safety laws—the court may award extra money to punish the wrongdoer.
Why Coral Gables Families Choose CHG Lawyers
- Experienced local trial lawyers who know how to stand up to big insurance companies and defense teams in Miami-Dade courtrooms.
- Deep Coral Gables knowledge: dangerous intersections on Miracle Mile and Ponce de Leon, Coral Gables Hospital and Baptist Health protocols, Miami-Dade Probate Court procedures.
- Bilingual English and Spanish representation — serving Coral Gables' Hispanic community with genuine cultural understanding of extended family structures.
- Contingency fee — no upfront costs, no fees unless we win. Financial barriers should not prevent families from pursuing justice.
- Office at 2525 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Suite 300, Coral Gables. 5.0 Google rating.
The Wrongful Death Claims Process
Here's what to expect — and what we handle so you don't have to.
Immediate Steps
Call us within 24 to 48 hours. Preserve evidence including photographs and witness contact info. Do not give statements to insurance companies.
Estate Creation
We manage the entire probate process, including petition for administration and personal representative appointment at no extra cost (2-4 weeks).
Investigation
We secure police reports, accident reconstruction, autopsy reports, and critical surveillance footage before it's deleted (2-6 weeks).
Filing & Resolution
We file the lawsuit, handle discovery, negotiate through mediation, and take the case to trial if an adequate settlement is not reached.
Why Miami Families Choose CHG Lawyers
Experienced local trial lawyers. Deep Coral Gables knowledge. Fully Bilingual.
If I could give 5 more stars I would! Partner Igor Hernandez handled my case from the very beginning. He's knowledgeable, well versed in personal injury laws, and works diligently to achieve the best outcome.
These attorneys are amazing! I had a case with another lawyer I had to fire because he wouldn't pay attention to my case. CHG took my injury case over, got straight to work, and resolved it faster than expected.
I must say I had the best experience possible. Everyone I talked to was fantastic. John represented me and did an awesome job. I am very happy with the outcome.
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Questions Coral Gables Wrongful Death Families Actually Ask
The insurance company called the day after my loved one died. What should I say?
As little as possible. Do not give a recorded statement. Do not describe the circumstances of the death. Do not discuss your family's financial situation. Do not accept any payment or sign any document. Tell them your attorney will contact them — then call us. Insurance representatives who reach out immediately are not calling to help you. They are gathering information while you are in shock and before you have representation. Every statement you make in those first calls can be used to reduce or eliminate your recovery.
We don't have a will. Can we still file a wrongful death claim?
Yes. When no will exists, Miami-Dade County Probate Court appoints a personal representative — typically the spouse or an adult child of the deceased. CHG Lawyers manages this process. The absence of a will does not affect your family's right to wrongful death compensation; it only affects who is appointed to represent the estate. We have handled this situation many times and will guide your family through every step.
Can we sue if the person who caused the death had no insurance?
Possibly, through multiple avenues. Uninsured motorist coverage on your loved one's policy may apply. Underinsured motorist coverage bridges the gap when coverage is inadequate. Dram shop liability applies when a business served alcohol to the at-fault driver. Property owner liability applies when the accident occurred on negligently maintained premises. Multiple defendant theories apply when more than one party contributed to the death. We identify every possible source of recovery regardless of the primary defendant's insurance status.
What if our loved one was partly responsible for the accident?
Under Florida's 2023 modified comparative fault law, you may still recover compensation as long as your loved one was not more than 50 percent responsible for the accident. Your recovery would be reduced by their percentage of fault — but not eliminated unless they bore the majority of responsibility. Negligent defendants frequently exaggerate victim fault to reduce their exposure. We counter these arguments with accident reconstruction evidence and expert testimony.
CHG Law
With years of experience in the field of personal injury law, the attorneys at CHG Law in Coral Gables, Florida, near Miami, have a proven track record of success. They have helped clients recover millions of dollars in compensation, and they are ready to help you too.
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2525 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Suite 300
Coral Gables, FL, 33134 - (305)-501-8021
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