Wrongful Death Lawyers in New Mexico
Losing a loved one can be one of the most heartbreaking experiences. However, when that tragedy is the result of someone else’s negligence, the pain can be even worse. A New Mexico wrongful death attorney can help you understand your rights as a victim during this difficult time. Call Ron Bell Injury Lawyers to see if you’re entitled to compensation for the wrongful death of your loved one.
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The Experienced Wrongful Death Attorneys at Ron Bell Fight to Protect Your Rights
Coping with the wrongful death of a loved one can be devastating and finding justice can be a complicated process. Wrongful death attorneys in New Mexico fight for victims’ rights to ensure they get the maximum compensation. If your loved one has passed due to someone else’s negligence or malice, a wrongful death lawyer can:
- Help you through the personal representative process
- File claims on your behalf
- Help you understand the legal process for wrongful death claims in New Mexico
- Collect evidence and medical documents
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The Statute of Limitations on Wrongful Death Claims in New Mexico
The personal representative of the decedent has three years to file a wrongful death lawsuit. The clock starts running the day the decedent passed.
Damages You Can Seek in a New Mexico Wrongful Death Claim
Economic damages from wrongful death cases include any financial losses. These include:
- Funeral expenses
- Medical bills
- Lost wages, including future lost wages
- Loss of financial support
Non-economic damages from wrongful death cases may include:
- Pain and suffering (for the decedent)
- Loss of companionship
- Mental anguish
Contact a wrongful death attorney to help you properly calculate your losses before filing your claim.
How to Prove a Wrongful Death Claim in New Mexico
To prove wrongful death in New Mexico, the personal representative must show the death was caused by a negligent act that led to losses for the decedent or their family.
To establish negligence, the claimant must show: a duty of care was owed, that duty was breached, the breach caused the death, and the death resulted in economic or non-economic losses.
Causes of Wrongful Death
Wrongful death caused by negligence can come in many forms. Different types of personal injury that may lead to wrongful death include:
- Birth injury
- Slip and fall
- Big truck accidents
- Car accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Defective product injuries
- Dog bite injuries
If you can prove a negligent act led to the death of a loved one, you may have a wrongful death case against the negligent party.
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Ron Bell Injury Lawyers
7309 Indian School Rd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
You can find Ron Bell personal injury attorneys throughout New Mexico.
Don’t live near our office? No problem! Call us today, and we’ll come to you. Our team will connect with you no matter where you are in New Mexico.
