Jacqulyn Homel, 47, found dead after car accident and subsequent fire on 13 Mile Road near Battle Creek, MI

Jacqulyn Homel, 47, is dead after a vehicle crash and subsequent fire northeast of Battle Creek Wednesday. It occured before 10 a.m. near the intersection of 13 Mile Road and S Drive North in Convis Township. Authorities say a Dodge Caravan was driving south on 13 Mile when it left the west side of the road and hit a tree, then caught fire. The Bellevue Fire Department was called to the scene and extinguished the fire. After the fire was put out, authorities found Homel inside the minivan. She was pronounced dead at the scene. What every family needs to know about wrongful death claims When a person dies as the result of a car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, or other kind of accident, family members must deal with the tragedy as best they can. Many decisions need to be made, and a wrongful death claim needs to be filed. In Michigan, a claim can be filed by certain family members, but there are strict requirements and deadlines that must be met. It is crucial to speak with a Battle Creek wrongful death attorney to get necessary information and advice.