Right of Action: Civil Cases
Beyond the criminal charges that will be pressed for DUI manslaughter, the defendant may also face a civil case. Per Florida Statutes §768.19 (2012), the surviving family members of the person killed have a right of action. Under this section of the law, when a person is killed by a "wrongful act," the surviving family members have the right to seek legal action in an effort to recover damages. This is done on top of and independent from the criminal charges; this case may result in the defendant paying restitution.
Tampa DUI Defense Attorney - Fighting for You
You do not need to accept criminal charges lying down. By getting the involvement of a Tampa DUI lawyer, you can take the necessary steps to protect your rights. Charges relating to DUI manslaughter are some of the most serious offenses you could be facing. Not only are you at risk for monetary fines and incarceration, but if found guilty, you will also have your license revoked. This could have far-reaching effects on your life. It is therefore important that no time is wasted in getting the involvement of a high-quality Tampa defense attorney on your side.
When you need aggressive a DUI defense lawyer on your side, do not hesitate to contact Thomas & Paulk, P.A. We know what is at stake and will do everything possible to provide our clients with the reliable legal assistance that they deserve. By working with our team, you will have access to over 20 years of combined experience during which we have handled 7,000+ cases. Why work with an inexperienced lawyer when you can have a heavyweight in your corner? To learn more about how we can step up to protect your rights, we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible. You can learn more about our firm by reading through our case results, as well as reading our attorney profiles.
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