Wrongful death claim Ontario
If the deceased died as the result of a motor vehicle accident, Statutory Accident Benefits are available from the automobile insurer. A benefit of $6,000.00, or more if optional benefits have been purchased, is available for funeral expenses incurred as the result of the death. Additionally, a Death Benefit is also available through Statutory Accident Benefits. There persons who may have a claim for this Death Benefit are: the spouse of the deceased person, the dependants of the deceased person, the former spouse of the deceased person, and persons that the deceased was dependent on at the time of the accident. The Car Accident Lawyers at Paciocco& Mellow are available to answer any questions you may have concerning Statutory Accident Benefits.