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Illinois Wrongful Death Claim Compensation (Part B)

Illinois Wrongful Death Claim & Respondeat Superior

If the person who caused your loved one's fatal car accident was working for an employer, the legal doctrine "respondeat superior" may apply. This means that you may be able to sue the driver's employer, regardless of whether the employee was driving a company or personal vehicle. Therefore, you may be able to sue both the driver and the employer for your just compensation.

Illinois Wrongful Death Claim & Drinking and Driving

When a person causes a fatal car accident while drunk, the drunk driver will suffer the legal consequences of not only drinking and driving, but of causing a death. While this may be cold comfort, your loved one's death will have consequences for those responsible.

Since drunk driving was involved, the drunk driver's insurance company may be more willing to give you a fair settlement. Your Chicago wrongful death attorney may also be able to file lawsuits against other related individuals.

Under Illinois law, business establishments that have liquor licenses can be held responsible for a fatal car accident caused by a drunk driver. The Illinois Dram Shop Act states that you may be able to sue the business that served too many drinks to the drunk driver who ultimately caused the accident.

If the drunk driver who caused your loved one's accident is a minor, your attorney may be able to file suit against the bar or restaurant that served the minor alcoholic beverages. If an individual provided alcoholic drinks to the minor, that individual may be held responsible.

Illinois Wrongful Death Claim & Your Insurance Policy

When you buy full coverage for your car, your insurance policy includes "underinsured motorist coverage." If you have underinsured motorist coverage, your insurance company must pay the difference between what the at-fault driver's insurance will pay and what you deserve, up to the limits of your coverage.

Hiring a Chicago Wrongful Death Lawyer

Losing a loved one to a tragic and preventable accident carries with it an emotional toll that can quickly become overwhelming when funeral costs and medical bills come pouring in, especially if your family relied on the income of the deceased as your main source of financial support.

If you have lost a spouse, parent, or other family member because of neglect, you may be entitled to receive compensation from those responsible to help your family get back its feet after your loss.

With so much going on during this time emotionally and financially, it's best to have the help of an experienced Chicago wrongful death lawyer. The Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C. have been helping the families of accident victims get the compensation they need and deserve to move on with their lives. Contact us today for a free case evaluation - (312) 263-1080

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