Fatal accident compensationstill are too many deaths as a result of accidents.
In our practice, we are confronted – more often than we as human beings would like – with the consequences of a fatal accident and compensation.
This concerns compensation for you as a surviving relative(s). Legally, this is called death damages.
When it comes to a fatal accident and compensation, you simply can't do without legal assistance. Determining your compensation as a surviving relative is simply too complicated to do on your own.
Therefore, always seek legal advice. It's free, and we can tell you immediately where you stand legally.
These are often fatal traffic accidents. These usually involve "unprotected" road users, such as:
still die motorists in traffic accidents, as do employees who die in serious workplace accidents.
Each of these “types of accidents” has its own “legal peculiarities”. Sometimes, as a surviving relative after a fatal accident, you are still entitled to compensation. Even in cases of “presumed contributory negligence” (for example, after a workplace accident or with SVI insurance).
So, it's always wise to legal advice . This is entirely without obligation. It doesn't commit you to anything!
Fatal accident compensation: the consequences of a fatal accident are always tragic, both emotionally and professionally.
There is only one legal article regarding the financial consequences of a fatal accident. That is Article 6:108 of the Dutch Civil Code. It states what the compensation for damages after a fatal accident is, namely
In Mediterranean circles, people often support family members in their country of origin. As long as they are parents, children, brothers, and sisters, they are also eligible for compensation after a fatal accident.
Mapping out your compensation as a surviving relative(s) after a fatal accident is highly specialized work.
Calculating so-called "death damages" is a specialty in itself. Few experts master this subject.
Our firm is uniquely positioned to recover compensation for a fatal accident on your behalf. We do this as discreetly and discreetly as possible, because you have other things to worry about.
If you need to discuss a death claim within your family, please don't hesitate to contact one of our directors directly:
Mr. RP van der Toorn,
tel. +31 6 25007221,
email: rpvandertoorn@letselschadebureau.nl
Mr. F. de Bruin,
telephone: 06-52331207,
email: f.debruin@letselschadebureau.nl
About the author
The information on this page was written by Floris de Bruin, a specialist in liability and personal injury. The content of this page fully complies with the requirements of the National Quality Mark for Personal Injury (NKL).
Death damage and compensation for fatal accidents
Over the years, Van der Toorn Personal Injury has built up extensive experience handling claims involving the death of a loved one. It's truly one of our specialties.
The primary goal is financial compensation for you as surviving relatives, such as your spouse and children. But at the same time, there's immense grief within the surviving family, and "business matters" are the last thing you need.
The right advocate for you
It's important to listen carefully to each other. This allows us to relieve you of as much of the legal side of your problems as possible
By providing peace and quiet when needed and contacting each other at the right time, we contribute to the "business side" of your difficult time.
You can always contact us directly!
Would you like to discuss what happened and what needs to be arranged – business-wise? Please contact us at a time convenient for you.
You can call our management directly, namely Rolf van der Toorn (06-25007221) and Floris de Bruin (06-52331207).
You can also send an email:
rpvandertoorn@letselschadebureau.nl
f.debruin@letselschadebureau.nl.
We often experience that people notice after a while (sometimes even after just a few weeks or months) that they do not have sufficient confidence in their own legal expenses insurer.
Or that people are simply no longer satisfied with their own legal expenses insurer.
Your dissatisfaction or lack of confidence usually arises because you are dealing with:
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Only if it is in your interest!
It very often happens that personal injury victims ask us to take over their personal injury case from their legal expenses insurer.
We only do this if it is in your interest!
Do you feel like you're being shortchanged by your legal expenses insurer? Or are you unsure about it?
If you wish, we can assess your personal injury case without any obligation.
This is called a “second opinion”, is completely without obligation and costs you nothing!
We would be happy to take over the handling of your personal injury case from your legal expenses insurer, free of charge.
So that you can be sure that you will get what you are entitled to from us.
Absolutely, our help is truly FREE.
Your counterparty is also obligated to reimburse your legal costs (i.e., our firm's fees). This is stipulated by law (Section 6:96 of the Dutch Civil Code).
upfront written cost guarantee with a clear explanation. This also clearly states what you can expect from us and what we can expect from you.
We guarantee that the liable party will reimburse our costs. If they don't, it's our business risk. You'll never receive a bill from us. We promise!
Still unsure? Just contact us. We'd be happy to explain how our cost guarantee works.
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Sometimes, over time, you lose or gain confidence in your current advocate or personal injury lawyer.
Your advocate can, of course, also be your own legal expenses insurer. We often find that legal expenses insurance takes things too easy. As a result, you don't get what you're actually entitled to.
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Over time, it sometimes turns out that you simply don't click with your current advocate.
But:…we are happy to help you and we will help you well!
If you'd like, you can have us assess your personal injury case with no obligation. This is called a second opinion, is completely free of charge, and requires no obligation!
Do you and we click? Then we'd be happy to take over the handling of your personal injury case from your current personal injury lawyer, completely free of charge.
When choosing a personal injury firm, don't rush into things. Don't just go with the first one you find online, or the one suggested to you by friends, acquaintances, or your rehabilitation center.
Take your time and get well-informed beforehand. Start with a no-obligation consultation. Invite your advocate to your home first. That way, you'll immediately get a feel for who you're dealing with. And if they're not willing to meet you soon, with no obligation, and free of charge, you'll know exactly what to expect!
Also, get references and read websites first. Because some promise more than others.
When choosing a particular advocate, it is not just about legal knowledge.
Your personal injury law firm should also have sufficient knowledge of social and financial legislation, as well as practical experience with insurer representatives, occupational health and safety experts, and medical advisors.
Your advocate must be creative in developing customized solutions. Customized solutions that are created specifically for you, in terms of your home, work, and social situations.
In such a situation, a reputable personal injury law firm is often much more in your best interest than a high-profile personal injury lawyer with only theoretical training. A personal injury lawyer often focuses on "legal hairsplitting" without offering you suitable solutions.
Mutual trust is also crucial. Together with your advocate, you build a relationship of trust.
Many issues are discussed during this meeting. Issues that are sensitive and that could affect your identity. Therefore, there must be a good foundation between you and your advocate.
There are several characteristics to recognize a high-quality personal injury firm. The most important are:
Van der Toorn Personal Injury meets all the quality requirements described above
The internet practically “explodes” when you personal injury or personal injury lawyer . We can well imagine that you “can’t see the wood for the trees”.
Which party is reliable and which isn't? Some make things look better than others. But nothing comes for free, so please be careful!
Van der Toorn Personal Injury is a renowned personal injury firm and collaborates with the best personal injury lawyers. High-quality legal services with pleasant and clear communication: that's what we stand for.
a good advocate when you've looked them in the eye and had a good conversation with them.
We'd be happy free , no-obligation to visit you for a decide for yourself what to do.
