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What to Do if Your Loved One is Fatally Hurt in a Car Accident

Personal Injury

If your loved one was fatally hurt in a car accident, you are likely experiencing immense emotional trauma and stress. As you are grieving the loss of a loved one, knowing that someone else is responsible for their death may add to the already complicated emotions happening at this time.

Unfortunately, death by unintentional accidents is a leading cause of death in the US. If your loved one was involved in an accident, you may be able to at least recover some of the financial loss.

Inkelaar Law is here to help you fight for what is right and seek justice for the loss you have encountered. As car accident personal injury lawyers in Tampa who operate as a family ourselves, we will stop at nothing to bring you some closure during this difficult time.

Immediate Steps to Take After Someone You Love has been Involved in a Fatal Car Accident

As mentioned previously, emotions and stress levels are high during this time. The following steps outline what to do immediately following the accident, as recommended by the Florida personal injury attorneys with Inkelaar Law:

Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer:

Many people are unsure if this is the right step immediately following an accident. Involving attorneys during such a highly emotional time may seem like a daunting task. However, having legal representation from those who have experience in the legal system will increase the likelihood of a successful outcome in your case. While you are grieving a significant loss, hiring an attorney helps reduce your stress levels and provides you with peace of mind throughout the case.

File a Claim:

Filing a claim can be a confusing and overwhelming process. This is best done through a personal injury lawyer or wrongful death lawyer who will ensure all paperwork and steps are taken for filing a successful and legal claim.

Investigate the Accident:

An independent investigation conducted by your team of car accident personal injury lawyers in Tampa will help build a strong case involving all facts from the scene of the accident. This report will be vital in any wrongful death charge.

A claim filed must show negligence from the party responsible. This means that there must be proof the party who was responsible for the death of a loved one had a general duty to keep them and others on the road safe.

Defining Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death is a claim brought against an individual or company that is thought to have been the cause and, therefore, must be held liable for the death. This is often a claim brought about by a close relative of the person who has passed.

Car accidents are the number one cause of wrongful death in the US. Often, the reason a car accident has been caused is due to impaired, distracted, or overly aggressive drivers. If your loved one was involved in a car accident caused by someone acting in a way that was not safe or intentionally harmful, you might have grounds to file for wrongful death.

How Can a Personal Injury Lawyer Help?

Wrongful death from auto accidents is a complicated case to pursue both emotionally and legally. Understanding what wrongful death is, and if the party responsible can actually be held accountable, all while grieving the loss is taxing on anyone.

The Florida personal injury attorneys with Inkelaar Law will help you navigate this process, ensuring you do not have to spend more energy than you must in finding justice for your loved ones and the people they left behind.

No amount of money can bring a loved one back, but holding those accountable while recovering some financial losses this tragedy brought on can help bring you peace of mind.

Contact Inkelaar Law for all Personal Injury Cases

As a law firm that operates as a family ourselves, we know how difficult and overwhelming this process can be, especially for close loved ones of the victim. As experienced car accident personal injury lawyers in Tampa, we are committed to attaining the justice you deserve.

Call us at (813) 535-5574 or visit our website today for a free consultation.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for general educational information only. This information does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to constitute legal advice, nor should it be relied upon as legal advice for your specific factual pattern or situation.

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