ACCIDENTAL DEATH & INJURY LAWYERS IN PITTSBURGH

The Pittsburgh accidental death attorneys at Rudberg Law Offices, LLC guide the families of deceased individuals through the difficult process of pursuing an accidental death claim.

Standard and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Those who suffer the accidental death of a loved one may wonder if insurance will cover their monetary losses. The answer will depend upon the type of insurance coverage the deceased had at the time of their death.

Pennsylvania insurance agencies offer an insurance option called Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance that provides benefits to the family of the deceased. However, in order to receive benefits, the death must have occurred one year or less from the date of the accident and be a direct result of the injuries from that accident, and those injuries alone. There are also many reasons insurance companies can use to avoid paying AD&D benefits following an accident, including if death was caused by:

• Ptomaine food poisoning
• Bacterial infection
• Act of war
• Suicide
• Self-administered illegal drugs
• Driving on the job while intoxicated

 AD&D insurance requires an extra investment that many people feel is unnecessary, because they already have health and life insurance. Either way, you would likely benefit from having an accidental death lawyer explain the claims process, research the particulars of the insurance policy/ies relevant to your case, and file your claims in such a way as to maximize your chances of receiving full benefits.

Accidental Death Lawsuits

Beyond insurance, you may have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit if the accidental death of your loved one was due to the negligent or careless act of another person or entity. This may be necessary in order to receive enough money to cover outstanding medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of income following the accident death.

The attorneys of Rudberg Law Offices, LLC in Pittsburgh can help you determine whether the circumstances of the accidental death fit the legal definition of a wrongful death and assist you in filing and fighting a lawsuit. We can be reached by filling out our contact an attorney form, or by calling us in Pittsburg at 866.306.2667. Please contact us for a free consultation. We are here to help.