If you have recently lost a loved one, you may be wondering what to do next. One of the most important things you can do is to file a wrongful death claim. This can help ensure that the person responsible for your loved one’s death is held accountable. However, filing a wrongful death claim can be difficult, especially if you don’t know where to start. That’s why we’ve put together this list of 5 tips for filing a wrongful death claim. We hope it will help make the process a little bit easier for you.
The first thing we recommend is only speaking to a lawyer about the wrongful death case. Wrongful death cases are extremely complex and require a lot of legal knowledge. Trying to handle it on your own could end up costing you time and money in the long run. You also want to make sure you don’t speak with the company or the insurance because they can use it against you if we pursue litigation.
The second thing you need to do is gather evidence. This includes police reports, medical records, and any other documentation related to your loved one’s death. This also includes lost wages, medical bills, and funeral expenses. It is important to make sure that the wrongful death claim gets filed within two years from the date on which your loved one first died due to wrongful death injuries. It is also a good idea to keep track of any financial losses you have suffered since the loss of your loved one.
The third step is to find a wrongful death lawyer. Not all lawyers are created equal, so you’ll want to make sure you choose one who has experience with wrongful death cases. The Soliz Law Firm has handled wrongful death cases and have the experience to help you from start to finish.
Fourth, once you have chosen representation we will gather and preserve the evidence and file the wrongful death claim. This process can take a while, so be patient. At The Soliz Law Firm it is important for you to know that we pursued justice for your loved one. We honor our lost loved ones and make sure the type of accident that occurred doesn’t happen again to someone else.
Lastly, Texas’ wrongful death statute can be found in the Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 71 sections 71.001 through 71.012. If you have any other questions or need help filing a wrongful death claim, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here to help you every step of the way.
