Miami Beach Wrongful Death Lawyer

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How a Florida Wrongful Death Claim Is Set Up
The Kinds of Losses Families Bring to Us
What a Miami Beach Wrongful Death Lawyer Does for the Family
Frequently Asked Questions

Losing someone suddenly leaves a family with grief and, soon after, practical questions about bills, insurance and what comes next. A Miami Beach wrongful death lawyer can take the legal side off your hands so you can focus on each other. Tomas Robirosa works with families in Miami Beach and across South Florida, in English or Spanish, and he will explain each step in plain words.

How a Florida Wrongful Death Claim Is Set Up

Florida's Wrongful Death Act is found in Florida Statutes 768.16 through 768.26. The claim is filed by the personal representative of the person's estate. That person acts for the surviving family members and for the estate itself. If no estate has been opened yet, one can be opened in probate court as part of the process.

Survivors can include a spouse, children, parents and, in some cases, relatives who depended on the person for support. Depending on the family, the claim may cover lost support and services, loss of companionship and guidance, and the pain of the loss. The estate may recover medical and funeral costs it paid and certain lost earnings. What each person can recover depends on their relationship and the facts.

The Kinds of Losses Families Bring to Us

In a city with busy streets, causeways to the mainland, the ocean on one side and Biscayne Bay on the other and many large residential buildings, fatal incidents take different forms. Families come to us after:

Car, truck or motorcycle crashes on Collins Avenue or the causeways
Pedestrians or cyclists struck in busy areas such as Ocean Drive or Lincoln Road
Boating accidents on Biscayne Bay or offshore
Violent crimes at properties that did not have reasonable security
Falls or other unsafe conditions at hotels, stores or condo buildings

What a Miami Beach Wrongful Death Lawyer Does for the Family

Tomas gathers the Miami Beach Police Department report or other agency reports, the insurance policies, witness statements and any video. He deals with the insurance companies so the family does not have to take their calls. He also looks at whether the person who died was partly at fault, because Florida's comparative fault rule can reduce or bar a recovery.

A civil claim is separate from any criminal case. It can move forward whether or not anyone is charged. You can read more on our wrongful death page or our Miami Beach injury page. When you are ready to talk, call (305) 600-0529.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can file a wrongful death claim in Florida?

The personal representative of the estate files it, on behalf of the survivors and the estate. Often this is a spouse, adult child or parent named in a will or appointed by the court.

How long does the family have to file?

A wrongful death claim generally must be filed within two years of the date of death. Every case is different, so speak with an attorney to confirm the deadline that applies to you.

What does it cost to hire Tomas?

The first conversation is free and private. We work on contingency, so there is no fee unless we recover.

Can our family talk with you in Spanish?

Yes. Tomas speaks Spanish and English, and family members can use whichever language is easier for them.

Should we wait until the criminal case ends?

Not necessarily. The civil claim is separate, and waiting can make evidence harder to find, so it helps to speak with an attorney early.

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Tomas Robirosa, Esq.Founding Attorney
Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator

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Tomas Robirosa is the founding attorney of Robirosa Accident & Injury Law. He built his practice around careful preparation and personal attention: when you hire the firm, you talk to your lawyer, in English or Spanish, and you always know where your case stands.

He graduated cum laude from Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad College of Law, is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator, and is admitted to practice in Florida state courts and the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida.

Licensed in Florida
Bilingual: English & Spanish
Certified Circuit Civil Mediator
U.S. District Court, S.D. Florida
Free consultations
Contingency fee: no fee unless we recover

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From a healthcare provider’s perspective, communication and coordination can make a huge difference in these cases, and their team does a great job staying involved without interfering with the clinical process. It’s clear they care about their clients as people, not just as cases.

I would highly recommend Robirosa Accident & Injury Law to anyone looking for an injury attorney who is professional, accessible, and committed to helping their clients through the recovery process.
  
 
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Highly recommend!

Kk Ll

Great service would recommend helped tremendously

Johanna Martinez

LA ATENCION FUE EXCELENTE Y MUY RAPIDA.

Maša Nestorović

I’ve had an amazing experience working with Tomas. He is super knowledgeable and very personable. He helped us tremendously, highly recommend.

Kathy Maria Alvarez

Tomás fue un excelente profesional.Me dejó muy tranquila porque me explicó todo en español, con total claridad y transparencia. Si tuviste un accidente en Miami Beach, no dudes en llamarlo.

Cristina Gonzalez

The absolute best!! Responsive, honest, and easy to talk to. If you need an injury attorney in Miami Beach who also speaks Spanish, Tomas is the one to call. Highly recommend having him handle your case.

Mario Espinosa

As a physical therapist, I’ve had the opportunity to work with Robirosa Accident & Injury Law while treating patients recovering from injuries. Their team has always been professional, responsive, and genuinely focused on making sure their clients receive the care they need. From a healthcare provider’s perspective, communication and coordination can make a huge difference in these cases, and their team does a great job staying involved without interfering with the clinical process. It’s clear they care about their clients as people, not just as cases. I would highly recommend Robirosa Accident & Injury Law to anyone looking for an injury attorney who is professional, accessible, and committed to helping their clients through the recovery process.

Derek Nier

Tomas is an industry professional. He handles his cases with extreme care and provides excellent customer service alongside excellent communication. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a competent attorney in the Miami Beach area.

Rosalia Rodriguez Aquino

Es muy buen Abogado, confiable, transparente y muy humanitario. Estás siempre pendiente a todos y muy comunicativo. Me siento muy satisfactoria de su buen trabajo. Ojalá hayan muchos abogados como él. Que Dios lo bendiga Gracias, porque ganamos el caso

Andrea Silva

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Wow- excelente experiencia con Tomás. Lo recomiendo al 100%. Cuando ningún otro abogado me apoyaba y sentía que el caso estaba perdido, me conectaron con él y ¡ganamos! El proceso fue claro, fluido y efectivo. Es muy profesional, sabe exactamente lo que hace y realmente le importa ayudar a sus clientes. Estoy muy agradecida por su apoyo y sin duda lo recomendaré a cualquier persona que necesite un abogado.

Karim Badawy

Thomas is a true professional! He is knowledgeable and will provide everything he knows for you! Highly recommend!

Miami Beach Wrongful Death Lawyer

How a Florida Wrongful Death Claim Is Set Up

The Kinds of Losses Families Bring to Us

What a Miami Beach Wrongful Death Lawyer Does for the Family

Frequently Asked Questions

Free Consultation!

Work Directly With Attorney Tomas Robirosa

What Our Clients Say

Cases We Handle

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