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When someone dies in an auto accident caused by another party’s negligence, that person has suffered what is known as “wrongful death.” In wrongful death situations involving motor vehicle accidents, negligence may include acts such as aggressive driving, DUI, failure to notice traffic signals, or simple lack of attention while moving. All drivers should understand the power they have when operating a car or other automobile and realize that they need to pay close attention to the road and others around them while in motion.
If you have lost a loved one in an auto accident resulting from another person’s negligence, then you deserve to seek justice. The St. Petersburg wrongful death lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. can help you learn more about your legal rights in this situation. Please contact our offices today at 800-931-8106 to speak with an experienced attorney about your case.
In order for you make a successful wrongful death claim, the following elements must be present.
- The accident must have been cause by another party’s negligent actions.
- Those filing the claims must be immediate family members of the decedent.
- There must be enough funding (in the form of insurance or assets) available to cover a legal claim.
If all of the above factors exist, then the filing party has a reasonable basis for a successful wrongful death claim.
The survivors of the deceased party may be able to make a claim for the following forms of compensation:
- General damages related to their late family member’s death
- Medical bills
- Funeral costs
- Loss of future monetary support
- Loss of future companionship
- Pain and suffering
If you have lost a loved one to wrongful death, then you may be able to make a claim for compensation in court. The St. Petersburg wrongful death lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. can help you learn more about your legal rights. Please contact our offices today at 800-931-8106 to discuss your situation with one of our qualified attorneys.