When your loved one is involved in a fatal car accident, the process of dealing with grief and loss can be overwhelming. Such tragedies can shock people into feeling like they’re incapable of doing anything at all, but the fact is that contacting an attorney immediately is of crucial importance.

The Law Offices of Terrence J. Salerno has helped many clients navigate the legal processes surrounding such tragedies. As a personal injury attorney and auto injury attorney who has dealt with many wrongful death cases, Terrence Salerno knows the system inside and out.

Time is of the essence when pursuing a wrongful death claim, largely because of the role eyewitness testimony plays. Statements need to be taken as soon as possible for the benefit of all concerned. Accident investigators need to be consulted. There are a number of parties who may become involved, such as the family of the deceased, insurance companies, and others who may have suffered property losses. If the other driver was intoxicated or under the influence of drugs when the accident occurred, other charges come into play.

In wrongful death cases, those acting on behalf of the deceased’s estate (who are usually the spouses or children of the deceased) have the right to seek compensation. The estate can seek damages for the deceased’s medical bills and funeral expenses. The deceased's family can also seek compensation for their own financial losses in the form of the deceased’s lost wages—specifically, the income the deceased would have made until his retirement, had he lived. And, they can seek damages for the loss of the comfort, society, and companionship the deceased brought into their lives.

Over the course of the 30 plus years that he’s been practicing, Terrence J. Salerno has acquired an exemplary reputation. He’s well respected by his former clients, as well as by his fellow attorneys. He has handled many significant and very serious cases, and his ratings have remained consistently high. Known for being open, honest, and deeply compassionate, he has gained many clients by word of mouth and positive reviews alone.

To find out more, visit The Law Offices of Terrence J. Salerno online for a comprehensive overview, or call (402) 502-9002 today. When it comes to seeking compensation for a tragedy like a fatal car accident, you deserve the best representation out there. And for more information about fatal car accident representation, watch the video below.