Ohio Lawyers Representing Families of Workers
When an employee is killed on the job, his or her family is suddenly faced with many questions. In addition to their grief, family members may experience worries about the future. Will they be able to replace the lost income? How will they pay the bills?
At Stein, Chapin & Associates, L.L.C., we have represented numerous families in this situation. Our attorneys understand that this is a terrible ordeal for you. We promise to treat you with compassion and respect as we work to obtain benefits for your family. For a free consultation, please call 614-360-2637 or 888-899-3586, or contact us online.
Getting Your Family the Help It Needs
Your family may be eligible for Social Security Disability/Supplemental Security Income (SSD/SSI) survivor benefits. The amount of benefits you receive is calculated based on the decedent's age and prior earnings. We can help you determine how much you may be entitled to.
If a workplace injury caused your family member's death, you may be eligible for SSD/SSI survivor benefits and workers' compensation death benefits. Death benefits for workers' comp generally include a burial allowance and payment based on a percentage of the worker's weekly wage.
Depending on the cause of your loved one's death, your family may be able to collect additional damages from a negligent party in a wrongful death suit. It is possible that you may be eligible for compensation from SSD/SSI survivor benefits, workers' compensation death benefits and wrongful death claim. For example, if a workplace accident was caused by a negligent third party, such as the manufacturer of a defective machine, all three claims may apply.
To pursue multiple claims, be certain that your attorney has the experience to maximize your benefits. Please call our office at 614-360-2637 or 888-899-3586 to schedule an appointment with a Columbus work death lawyer today.
