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how long can a wrongfull death take? also should''t the lawyer be returning phone calls and telling you what to expect. it has been over 3 years

Answered 14 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Jonathan Wesley Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Death
All states impose on attorney's ethical duties with respect to communications with clients.  I would suggest you contact the attorney in writing with a deadline for contacting you to update you on the case.  Keep a copy of your written request.  If the attorney still fails to respond,  you can contact your state bar to make a bar complaint.  If you are sufficiently dissatisfied, you may terminate the attorney and hire someone else to take your case.... Read More
All states impose on attorney's ethical duties with respect to communications with clients.  I would suggest you contact the attorney in writing... Read More

How long to file a claim against the family of the person who murder my mother . This happen in Dec 2008. There were two involved one is in prison

Answered 14 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Jonathan Wesley Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Death
In Florida you generally have two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit.  You may have waited too late to file.  I would suggest you contact an attorney immediately to see if there would be any basis to toll the statute of limitations.   Jonathan Johnson www.gawrongfuldeathlawyer.com... Read More
In Florida you generally have two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit.  You may have waited too late to file.  I... Read More

Can I sue the family of the suspect for wrongful death

Answered 14 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Jonathan Wesley Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Death
It is possible to sue a murderer for wrongful death.  You typically would not be able to sue his family unless they participated in the murder in some respect.  If the murderer shares title to property or other assets, you may be able to place a lien on those assets or collect a judgment against them.   Jonathan Johnson www.gawrongfuldeathlaywer.com... Read More
It is possible to sue a murderer for wrongful death.  You typically would not be able to sue his family unless they participated in the murder... Read More
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