If your loved one died in a crash with a transportation truck, you might be able to recover compensation for your losses by pursuing a wrongful death claim against the transportation company. A wrongful death claim is very similar to a personal injury claim that is filed by the accident victim’s family because the accident victim is not able to file a lawsuit himself.
With the help of a wrongful death claim attorney, you can file a claim for wrongful death after being hit by a truck.
Damages Pursued in a Wrongful Death Claim After Being Hit by a Transportation Truck
If you have lost a loved one because of a crash with a transportation truck, you have suffered a variety of damages. There are various financial losses when a loved one dies.
The wrongful death claim will enable you to recover medical expenses, burial expenses, and lost wages. You can ask for the lost earnings from the time of the accident until the time when your loved one would have normally retired.
Depending on state laws, you might be able to ask for loss of consortium, which is a loss of companionship and love because of the accident victim’s death.
The Role of Negligence in a Wrongful Death Claim After Being Hit by a Transportation Truck
When you file a personal injury claim or a wrongful death claim, you will need to show that the other party, in this case the driver, was negligent. All four elements of negligence must be shown.
First, you must show that the other party had a duty or responsibility. In this case, any driver has a duty or responsibility to drive safely and adhere to the traffic laws to prevent an accident and keep others from harm.
Next, you will need to prove that duty was breached. For example, the driver drove while drowsy and crashed into a vehicle stopped for a traffic light. That breached the driver’s responsibility or duty.
Then, you will need to show that duty led to the crash that resulted. And lastly, show the death of your loved one was because of the injuries suffered in that crash.
Consult with a Wrongful Death Attorney
If you lost a loved one, such as a spouse, parent, or child because of the negligence of a truck driver, you might be able to pursue a wrongful death claim. Wrongful death lawyers work on a contingency basis, so you have no out of pocket expenses to worry about.
A statute of limitations does apply, so you should get your free case evaluation today. With the help of a wrongful death lawyer, your odds of a successful claim increase significantly.
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*Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Marten Transport or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
