Montana Beneficiaries' Claim for Compensation is a program that provides financial assistance to individuals who have suffered a financial hardship due to the death of a family member. The program is designed to help families with the costs associated with funeral expenses, medical expenses, and the loss of earnings. Montana Beneficiaries' Claim for Compensation provides financial assistance to eligible families in the form of a one-time lump sum payment. There are two types of Montana Beneficiaries' Claim for Compensation: Death Benefit Claim and Funeral Expense Claim. The Death Benefit Claim provides up to $2,500 depending on the circumstances to help with funeral and burial expenses as well as medical bills. The Funeral Expense Claim provides up to $1,000 to help with funeral and burial costs associated with the death of a family member.