Generally, one or more of the decedent’s surviving loved ones are entitled to compensation for a wrongful death case. Sometimes it is the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate or a family member who files to receive financial support, a prospective inheritance, or help covering medical and funeral expenses. Florida wrongful death cases may be filed by: The decedent’s spouse; Adult children of the decedent, including adopted children and stepchildren; The decedent’s parents.