LAS VEGAS, Nevada ?? The families of four victims killed after a drunk driver crashed into a bus stop Thursday will by now have learned about their deaths. Those injured in the crash are fighting for their lives or are undergoing a painful recovery in hospital.
In the aftermath of the tragic bus stop crash, suspected drunk driver Gary Lee Hosey Jr.,?will face four counts of driving under the influence and causing death among other charges for his decision to get behind the wheel while he was allegedly intoxicated.
However, knowing that this drunk driver will be behind bars is important, but what about the families of the victims killed in this horrible pedestrian crash? How are they going to cope with the long recovery from injuries or the reality of losing a loved one?
According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving, there are services to help the victims of these crimes who are by now facing funeral expenses, medical costs, loss of support and emotional turmoil in the wake of such tragedy.
Indeed, MADD provided free services to more than 63,000 victims and survivors of drunk driving crashes in the United States in 2011 or one victim and survivor every eight minutes, according to the non-profit?s website.
More than 10,000 people killed and 350,000 injured annually in the United States by drunken drivers, according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration.? So nearly 30 years ago, the United States Congress created the Victims of Crime Act and the Crime Victims Fund back in 1984. The fund is supported by fines and penalties that are paid by criminals and the money is directed to support victims and compensate them through programs such as the ones offered by MADD, according to their website.
Victims who have been injured or lost a loved one due to a drunk driver can obtain services through MADD.
Victims of Drunk Drivers Compensation
The loss of a loved one due to a drunk-driving crash is a tragedy both emotionally and financially for families of victims who are killed by these negligent drivers.
Victims can receive help from MADD. ?First, victims will need to fill out an application for Crime Victim Compensation. This is a financial assistance program for eligible crime victims or their survivors to help them with some expenses resulting from the crime.
Some of the costs that can be covered include funeral expenses, medical costs, rehabilitation, prescriptions, lost wages, counseling, child care and more.
Las Vegas Wrongful Death Attorney
Many victims of drunk drivers also file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent driver. For roughly 30 years, the legal experts at Seegmiller Law Firm have represented hundreds of clients injured in serious traffic accidents. Our legal team has also handled hundreds of wrongful death claims for families of victims killed in traffic accidents. Indeed, the car accident law firm has a proven track record supported by settlements ranging from several thousand dollars to millions.
Seegmiller is a Las Vegas Personal Injury Law Firm with a track record of proven results. There is no cost to clients until our experienced team of lawyers and legal professionals have won your case. Finding the best car accident attorney can mean you will get the settlement you need to get your life back on track. Compensation for your injuries, loss of wages and pain and suffering can?t take away the trauma of the accident, but it can help you rebuild your life.
Call us today at 1-855-275-9378 (1-855-ASK WEST) to speak with our car accident law firm. Seegmiller Law Firm has offices in California including its headquarters in Irvine. We also have offices outside of Orange County to serve you in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, San Diego, Riverside and in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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