A truck accident victim’s struggle is rarely theirs and theirs only. All too often, the aftermath of the accident affects a victim’s family as well both emotionally and financially. This is especially true in cases where a person dies in a motor vehicle accident caused by a truck driver or as a result of injuries sustained shortly after. While a deceased person can no longer file an injury claim, the bereaved family may be entitled to financial compensation on behalf of their family member who lost his or her life as a result of another party’s negligence. Legally, such a claim is known as a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death claim can seek to compensate a deceased person’s family with the following kinds of damages: Costs of medical treatment received by the deceased before their death Funeral and burial expenses Loss of income Mental anguish experienced by the family members Loss of companionship and loss of consortium The team at Tom Kiley Injury Lawyers feels deeply for any family struck by a tragic death. We understand that no amount of money will bring your loved one back. However, we also realize that a wrongful death claim can help those who have lost a beloved family member as a result of a truck accident obtain emotional closure as well as financial resources at the moment when they may be most desperately needed. We encourage families affected by a truck accident to contact Tom Kiley Injury Lawyers without delay and schedule a free consultation with one of our team members.