Maine Petition For Award of Compensation — Fatal is a document used by the family of a deceased individual to apply for compensation from the State of Maine. The petition is typically used in cases of fatal accidents or illnesses caused by a third party, such as a workplace accident or medical malpractice. The petition must be filed within two years of the date of death and must provide detailed information about the deceased person, the circumstances of the death, and any damages or losses the family has incurred as a result. The petition must also include any evidence that may support the family's claim, such as medical records, death certificates, and any other documents or witnesses that can attest to the cause of death. There are two types of Maine Petition For Award of Compensation — Fatal: one for wrongful death and one for medical malpractice.