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DUI: Victim Services (Part B)
Dealing with the death of a friend or family member due to a drunk driving accident is one of the most awful experiences one can go through. However, if you have lost or have been a victim of a DUI accident yourself, there are many resources to help.Resources from the Government
The website of Florida Attorney General (AG), Bill McCollum offers a great resource for the victims of DUI crashes. The site offers many links to the resources you may need.
Here are some helpful Florida DUI victim resources from the AG:
- Division of Victim Resources
- Victim Services Directory
- How to File for Victim's Compensation
- Victim Compensation Brochure
They offer the following information for victims as well: financial assistance for medical care, lost income, mental health services, funeral expenses and other out-of-pocket expenses directly related to the injury.
Resources for Planning the Funeral
One of the most stressful parts of dealing with the death of a loved one due to a drunk driving accident is planning the funeral. There are a lot of things to take into consideration; luckily, there are some resources to assist you with that as well.
"Funeral Preparations: Dealing With the Death of a Loved One," can provide you with valuable information on all aspects of funeral planning. The article goes into detail about options such as caskets, cremation, funeral home, church services, burial plot, and more.
When working with your funeral home, ask them for a list of victim resources as well. They deal with the victims of DUI accidents and other sudden deaths on a regular basis and often have information readily available to provide to you.
Other DUI Victim Resources
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is one of the best non-profit resources you can find after losing a loved one to a drunk driving accident. MADD has chapters all over the world and there is sure to be one near you.
They can assist you and provide you with support, as you know that a member of MADD will understand how you are feeling and what you are going through. They might also be able to connect you with a local support group with other families going through the same grief you are handling.
Additionally, you may want to consider hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer. A personal injury attorney can advise you of your rights as a spouse or family member and help you determine liability for damages.
When you are interviewing personal injury attorneys ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing; what is the largest settlement or verdict you've obtained, and do you have experience with DUI accidents and death?
The Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida takes time when speaking with you about your case and works with you on a contingent fee basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers win your case.
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