This is the first post in a series of articles which will address the handling of wrongful death cases in Fort Worth, Texas. We are addressing this topic due to the fact that, for reasons which are wholly understandable, individuals are often unsure as to how they should proceed once they have lost a loved one. While the grieving process is normal and should be observed, it is important to understand that steps must be taken to protect the legal rights of the surviving family members. Failing to take timely action can result in the loss of the right to compensation for the deceased’s lost wages as well as for the emotional distress that has been inflicted. We are writing this series of articles, therefore, with the goal of providing information which will help people to better understand their situation. It is also our goal to provide information which will assist with the selection of a personal injury attorney. If you need assistance then it is important that you contact a lawyer as soon as possible.
We will be addressing a number of topics over our coming articles. Issues which we will be discussing include:
- Identifying the potential defendants in a wrongful death case
- Understanding Texas’ statute of limitations in such matters
- Handling cases which involve a commercial vehicle
- How long it may take to settle a wrongful death claim
- Selecting an attorney to handle your case
We have chosen to address these particular topics for multiple reasons. First, these types of matters can often involve multiple defendants. This is especially true if the tragedy occurred as a result of a trucking accident, an oil field injury, or some similar event. Second, if a case is not filed within the statute of limitations then the surviving family members will forever lose their right to seek compensation for lost wages, medical expenses, as well as for pain and suffering. Third, cases which involve commercial vehicles, such as a delivery truck, can involve complex legal issues. Fourth, surviving loved ones must have reasonable expectations as to how long it can take to resolve such a matter. Finally, choosing the right attorney can make an important difference in the outcome of your case.
When selecting an attorney for such a matter, it is strongly suggested that you retain a firm which focuses on personal injury law and has the resources necessary to handle such cases. Noteboom – The Law Firm has been serving the greater area for decades and we take pride in the level of service which we offer. Our firm has multiple attorneys who are Board Certified in Personal Injury Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. We also employ an on-staff investigator and focus on large-scale cases. Our firm is able to handle cases in Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas, and throughout the state of Teas.