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DUI Victims: Funeral Planning and Expenses (Part A)

You've received the shock of your life: a loved one has been killed in a drunk driving accident. Your head is spinning, you are distraught and you are utterly wiped out. That being said, you know you have to plan the funeral, but you're not sure how you are going to get it all done. You are not alone and there are resources out there to help you.

The Social Security Administration is a place to start. The Social Security Administration offers a small lump-sum death benefit if you are a member of the survivor's family or a spouse. This lump sum benefit is often used to assist in paying some of the funeral expenses, which can be exorbitant. You may also qualify for other benefits depending on your circumstances.

DUI Victim Funeral Planning Considerations

When planning your loved one's funeral, there are many things to think about and handle. The article, "Funeral Preparations: Dealing with the Death of a Loved One" can be of great assistance, as it discusses some of the factors for consideration, including:

• Embalming
  
• Casket
  
• Cremation (and placement in urn)
  
• Final Resting Location (such as a burial plot)
  
• Services
  
• Clothing for the Deceased
  
• Date of the Service - especially important if there are family/friend travelling
  
• Flowers
  
• Eulogy
  
• Obituary
  
• Memorial Cards
  
• Thank You Cards
  
• Headstone
  
• Reception
  
  

DUI Funeral Expenses Resources

Funerals are expensive. The hardest part about some of these expenses is that most vendors for these services will want the money upfront. Although you may have insurance benefits, you may not receive them as timely as you need to be able to pay for all of the funeral expenses. Some areas to look to regarding immediate financial resources are:

• Your Church
  
• Your Family Members
  
• Your Friends
  
  

There are also financial resource avenues outside of your social/religious circle.

These include:

• Life Insurance
  
• Annuities
  
• Accidental Death Policies on Home/Car/Banking Account
  
• Work Place Insurance Policies
  
• Social Security (see above)
  
  

If you or your loved one has been injured or killed in a DUI auto accident in Fort Lauderdale or Miami, Florida you should contact a personal injury attorney immediately to learn about your rights and determine liability.

Florida has a statute of limitations that may prohibit you from filing a lawsuit if too much time has passed. Contact the Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg for guidance on your loved one's wrongful death case.

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