Wrongful death claims arise in a variety of ways in the state of Florida. However, the term “wrongful death” has a specific meaning under Florida law. Here, we want to discuss what state law says about wrongful death claims as well as some of the most common ways that these claims arise throughout the…
Investigators released new information Tuesday related to the fatal electrocution incident at the Harbourside Place fountain on Sunday, October 22, that also injured four others including three children. Visitor Reported Being Shocked in July Dina Fleck contacted Jupiter Police on October 24, two days after the deadly incident, to report that she and a…
Following the electrocution incident on Sunday, October 22 that killed one man and sent 4 others to the hospital, including three children, the local media called on GOLDLAW’s Chief Legal Officer, Spencer Kuvin, to provide expert analysis of the fatal event. All four major network affiliates in the Palm Beach County area, WPTV (NBC), WPBF (ABC), WPEC…
The recent electrocution incident at Harbourside Place in Jupiter, Florida, is a stark reminder that electrocutions and electrical shock incidents in public places, particularly areas that attract children, are alarming and of great concern. These accidents not only lead to potential injuries and even death, but also underscore the need for more vigorous safety…
One person died, and four others, including three children, were injured in what is being described as an “electrocution incident” at the fountain area at Harbourside Place in Jupiter on Sunday. At approximately 3:33pm Sunday, Palm Beach County Fire Rescue units were called to Harbourside Place after receiving reports of a drowning. Upon arriving,…
Jose Lopez was killed after his pick-up truck was struck by a tractor trailer on Monday, September 11, 2023. The 40-year-old from Canal Point was driving north on U.S. Highway 441 in Canal Point at approximately 6:10am. According to a crash reported issued by the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office, a 1996 Freightliner semi-truck, also…
On July 6, 2021, 17-year-old Keshyra Hodge was driving her BMW in excess of 100mph when she struck a Kia Soul driven by Robert Ehrenberg. The 62-year-old Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office employee, and his passenger, Glorida Ludwig, were both killed as they pulled into a Wellington neighborhood. Plea deal lands driver 5-year prison…
In 2017, Stephen Kruspe, a 62-year old former Marine, shot and killed his wife of 42 years, Pamela, outside of the assisted living facility she was residing at. On Tuesday, August 8, a Palm Beach County Judge sentenced him to 20 years in prison for what Kruspe called an act of mercy. Some family…
The family of Mary McNeal may have a case to file a wrongful death claim against the owners of a gas station in West Palm Beach where the 81-year-old woman was attacked during a purse-snatching robbery that occurred on January 31, 2022. Attacker convicted by jury; sentenced to life in prison 52-year-old Wille Davis…
Aristides Guerra died Thursday, March 10, after his SUV burst into flames after being hit by a speeding car. Guerra, 71, was driving southbound on Greenview Shores Boulevard in Wellington at approximately 1:00pm. While trying to enter the Courtyard Shops at Wellington shopping plaza, his Jeep Grand Cherokee was struck by a 2012 BMW…