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Few things are more tragic than losing a loved one to a work-related accident. It can be difficult to think about legal consequences while facing such shocking grief. However, when you are ready to think about liability for your loved one's fatal accident, speaking with a Pittsburgh work-related death attorney can help you to understand the workers' compensation you and other survivors may be entitled to.
At Dugan & Associates, P.C., our Pittsburgh work-related death attorneys recognize this is a very difficult time for you and your family. Not only have you lost a loved one, but you are also facing a loss of the income you depended on. We are prepared to assist you with recovering survivor's benefits available through workers' compensation.
Workers' compensation death claims are time sensitive. As soon as you are able, contact our Pennsylvania workers' compensation death law firm online or by telephone at 412-922-0800 to discuss your needs with one of our experienced Monroeville wrongful death claim lawyers.
Eligibility for Survivor's Benefits After a Work-Related Death
Work-related deaths involve specific provisions in the law which outline who can recover survivor's benefits after losing a loved one in an on-the-job accident. These provisions are complex, making it difficult for the everyday person to understand if they qualify. With the help of one of our experienced Western Pennsylvania wrongful death claims lawyers, you will be able to determine whether your situation merits monetary benefits for loss of income and funeral expenses.
When our work-related death attorneys work to determine survivor's benefits for a dependent, they evaluate many factors, including:
- The claimant's relationship to the deceased: spouse, minor child, dependent parent
- Financial dependency on your deceased loved one's income
- The amount of time benefits may be allotted based on the age of a widowed spouse or minor child
Similar to filing a workers' compensation claim, the process of filing a work-related death claim carries its own share of difficulties and concerns. With more than 50 years of combined workers' compensation experience, our Pittsburgh work-related death attorneys know how to handle these delicate situations and help you achieve the maximum compensation you deserve.
Filing a Work-Related Death Claim
In work-related deaths, certain circumstances must be met to allow claims to be processed. To aid in verifying relationships for dependent survivors, documents such as death certificates, marriage certificates and birth certificates for dependent minor children may need to be submitted to your deceased loved one's workers' compensation insurance company.
Death-related workers' compensation claims have a one-year statute of limitations for filing. If you do not file for survivor's benefits within 12 months of your loved one's death, you risk losing your rights to financial recovery.
Contact Our Western Pennsylvania Wrongful Death Claims Attorneys
It can be hard to know how to even begin the process of filing a work-related death claim. Help is only a moment away. Contact Dugan & Associates, P.C., online or by telephone at 412-922-0800 to arrange a free initial consultation with one of our knowledgeable Pittsburgh work-related death lawyers.
