Case Result

$4.5M

Wrongful Death, Negligence

2023
Trial Verdict
Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Case Details

Christopher Nevarez, the father of Makenzie Nevarez, a 6-month-old baby girl who suffered catastrophic injuries and later passed away from blunt force trauma, has been awarded $4.5 million in damages in a wrongful death case involving the Broward Sheriff’s Office for failure to protect his daughter.

Additional Notes

Broward Sheriff’s Office found 58% responsible for negligence in failing to protect 6-month-old Makenzie Nevarez from abuse, leading to her death from blunt force trauma. Judgment for $2.61 million against BSO, requiring claims bill for remaining amount.

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Justice for Kids®

Fort Lauderdale, FL
4.48 rating (119 reviews)
9 attorneys
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