Pensacola Wrongful Death Lawyers
Experienced Legal Support When You’ve Lost a Loved One
McLeod & Thompson Law Firm – Compassionate Advocacy in the Face of Tragedy
Losing someone you love due to another person’s negligence is devastating. At McLeod & Thompson, we help families pursue justice and accountability through wrongful death claims. Our experienced Pensacola wrongful death lawyers provide guidance, clarity, and strength during one of the most painful times of your life.
Wrongful death cases can arise from many types of negligence—car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, dangerous products, or unsafe premises. No matter the circumstances, we are here to support you and help you understand your rights.
How Our Wrongful Death Lawyers Help Families
Wrongful death lawsuits are complex. Only certain family members may file a claim, and there are time limits that apply under Florida law. We ensure your claim is handled correctly from day one.
As your local personal injury attorneys, we take immediate steps to:
- Investigate the cause of death and gather evidence
- Identify all liable parties
- Work with financial and medical experts to determine full compensation
- Handle all insurance communications
Our job is to carry the legal burden so you can focus on grieving and honoring your loved one.
What Compensation Can Be Recovered?
Florida law allows surviving family members to pursue compensation for both economic and non-economic losses, including:
- Medical bills and funeral expenses
- Loss of future income and benefits
- Loss of companionship, guidance and support
- Emotional pain and suffering
We work with forensic experts and economists to ensure your claim reflects the true value of your loss.
Types of Wrongful Death Claims We Handle:
- Fatal car, truck or motorcycle accidents
- Workplace or construction site deaths
- Medical malpractice resulting in death
- Dangerous or defective products
- Fatal dog attacks or premises liability incidents
- Negligent security and violent crime fatalities
We understand that every loss is deeply personal. Whether you lost a child, parent, spouse or primary wage earner, we work to hold the responsible party accountable and help you move forward.
Wrongful Death Case Results
Our proven track record of securing substantial jury verdicts and settlements demonstrates our commitment to maximizing client recovery. Whether through litigation or negotiation, our documented success makes a meaningful difference in your case. Please note that the following represents just a selection of the favorable outcomes we’ve achieved for our clients throughout our practice history.
$8,322,546
Jury verdict for the parents of 2 teenaged children killed by a high performance boater while riding a jet ski. Richmond v. Smith, Santa Rosa Co. Circuit Court Case No. 2000-631-CA-01
$28,000,000
Jury verdict for the death of a 12 year-old child killed by a habitually drunk driver. Slaughter v. Parrish, Santa Rosa Co. Circuit Court Case No. 83-C-969
$3,750,000
Settlement for two young children whose mother, a New Orleans police officer, was killed in an interstate accident while returning home from a family vacation to Disney World.
The list of verdicts and settlements is provided as a partial list of some of our successes in achieving compensation for our clients. You should not use this list as a guide or to gauge what may or may not happen in your particular case. All cases are different and the results will vary, as well.
Why Choose McLeod & Thompson?
Local Experience
We are proud to serve families across Pensacola and the Gulf Coast. As local attorneys, we know the courts, the community and how to get results.
Personal Commitment
You won’t be handed off to case managers or out-of-town lawyers. When you call us, you speak directly to our staff and board-certified trial attorneys who understand what’s at stake.
No Fee Unless We Win
We don’t charge legal fees unless we recover compensation on your behalf.
Let our Board Certified Personal Injury Specialists work for you!