What Benefits Am I Entitled to If My Spouse Was Killed in a Trucking Accident?

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Losing a loved one in an accident is a traumatic, life-changing experience. If your family member was killed in a trucking wreck, you may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit.

A wrongful death claim can be brought when the victim was killed because of the negligence or misconduct of the other party. There are various categories of recovery that you may deserve if you are able to successfully prove a wrongful death claim.

Although monetary compensation will never bring back your loved one, it is important to know what you may be entitled to.

If your spouse or loved one has died in an 18-wheeler wreck, call Zinda Law Group at (800) 863-5312 for a free consultation with a skilled truck accident attorney

Medical Expenses

Medical expenses incurred for the care and treatment of the deceased before their untimely passing may be recovered from wrongful death lawsuits. The expenses have to be reasonable and the treatment must be related to the injuries sustained from the accident.

Pain and Suffering

Under a survival claim, you may be able to collect damages for the pain and suffering that the deceased experienced between the time of the injury and the time of death.

Funeral and Burial Costs

Funeral and burial costs can be expensive. You may be entitled to compensation for reasonable expenses related to funeral and burial costs.

Expected Income

Loss of expected income of the deceased, for the duration of their expected lifetime, may also be recovered. This can help ease your family’s financial burdens as you move forward without your loved one.

Inheritance

The present value of any assets that the deceased would have left after a natural death may be included in damages the family is entitled to.

Loss of Consortium and Companionship

Damages under this category relate to the loss of the love and affection of the deceased family member. Spouses are usually the people who can bring forward this type of claim.

Some states allow children and parents to recover damages for this if they can prove that they have lost care, nurturing and affection from their loved one.

Depending on the facts of the case, there may be other benefits you are entitled to if your spouse was killed in a trucking accident.

Get Help from Accomplished Trucking Accident Lawyers

Pursuing a wrongful death claim after a loved one has passed away from an 18-wheeler accident can be incredibly stressful. You will be tasked with proving every aspect of your case while simultaneously going through the grieving process. Having an experienced lawyer who is knowledgeable of truck wrecks will help you maximize your recovery.

At Zinda Law Group, our semi-truck accident attorneys can help you build the strongest case possible and pursue maximum damages for medical bills, property damage, loss of income, loss of consortium, and more. You only pay if we win your case.

If your spouse or loved one passed away due to a truck accident, call Zinda Law Group at (800) 863-5312 for a free consultation with one of our experienced 18-wheeler accident lawyers. Meetings with attorneys by appointment only