Philadelphia Area Death and Dependency Claims Attorney
Serving People Throughout Delaware County and the Surrounding Areas
If you have lost a loved one in connection with a work-related injury, the law provides survivors' benefits to the spouse and any dependent children. These benefits generally include a percentage of your loved one's wages and a portion of their funeral expenses.
Dependency claims are calculated using very precise guidelines under the Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act. Dependency claim calculations are typically handled by your loved one's employer. An experienced dependency claims attorney can help to ensure that you are receiving the correct amount of compensation based on number of dependent children and other factors.
Attorney Edward R. Dougherty has more than 25 years of experience in Pennsylvania workers' compensation law. He knows the law and what it provides for families of deceased workers.
Protecting Your Interests From Start to Finish
Mr. Dougherty understands that these can be very trying times for you. After the loss of a loved one, your thoughts may not immediately turn to all of the other contributions he or she made to the household and how those contributions will be fulfilled now that there is no one there to help you.
If your loved one has died as a result of an equipment malfunction or a work-related auto accident, your case may involve third party liability. Mr. Dougherty will investigate the matter to determine if there is cause for a wrongful death or product liability claim against the responsible parties.
If there is a case for third party liability, Mr. Dougherty can represent you and pursue a settlement for things such as lost services, loss of companionship (loss of consortium), lost wages, medical bills and other losses.
Call for a Free Consultation
Call today to discuss your dependency claim or other legal issues with a lawyer. Mr. Dougherty takes all cases on contingency, which means that you don't pay a dime unless he wins benefits or compensation for you. Mr. Dougherty is available during regular business hours and by appointment on evenings and weekends.
Litigation expenses, costs and fees are only deducted if compensation is recovered.
