If you die either in the accident itself, or shortly after the accident as a result of injuries you suffered in the accident, then your surviving family members may be entitled to a death benefit and a funeral benefit. Your spouse may receive a lump sum $25,000 benefit. This benefit increases to $50,000 if the additional death and funeral benefit was purchased. If you did not have a spouse, then this benefit is divided amongst any dependents. In addition, if anyone was dependent on you or if you were obliged under a domestic contract or court order to provide support to someone then they would be entitled to a benefit of $10,000, or $20,000 if the additional death and funeral benefit was purchased. Also, your family is entitled to recover a benefit to help pay for the costs of the funeral, up to $6,000 or $8,000 if the additional death and funeral benefit was purchased. To help you sort this out, Santucci Personal Injury Law offers free initial consultations. (66)