Wrongful Death Series Part 7: What Should You Do If Your Loved One Dies Unexpectedly In The Hospital Or While Under The Care Of A Doctor?

Many Florida families are faced with the real-life occurrence of a loved one dying unexpectedly in a hospital. They go in for what sounds like a routine type of procedure and end up having significant complications that cause their death….

Black History Month Trailblazer: Teniadé Broughton

Teniadé Broughton is the council member for District 5 and a proud seventh-generation Pensacolian. Teniadé is a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School, the University of West Florida, and Florida A&M University. Deeply active in the community, Teniadé is…

Wrongful Death Series Part 6: Why Does Age Matter In Florida Wrongful Death Cases?

The simple answer as to why age matters in Florida Wrongful Death cases is that Florida’s Wrongful Death Act makes age matter. First, age matters in relation to whether a person has a claim and what type of damage the…

Wrongful Death Series Part 5: Statute Of Limitations On Florida Wrongful Death Cases.

All civil cases have an expiration date. This date is known as the “Statute of Limitations.” The statute of limitations is the date upon which your claim must be filed, or you lose the right to assert it forever. The…

Black History Month Trailblazer: Brian Wyer, Gulf Coast Minority Chamber of Commerce President and CEO

What Do You Plan To Do As President And CEO Of The GCMCC? I started with the Gulf Coast African American Chamber of Commerce as Executive Director in August 2017. During my first year with the chamber, it was determined…

Wrongful Death Series Part 1: What Is The First Legal Step To Pursue A Florida Wrongful Death Case?

The first step in pursuing a Florida wrongful death case is to determine who can legally bring the case. In order to hire a lawyer to evaluate or investigate a potential Florida wrongful death case, you must have the authority…