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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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Frequently Asked Questions About Wrongful Death Claims in Albuquerque, NM

In New Mexico, a wrongful death claim must be filed by the decedent’s personal representative. The personal representative can file on behalf of the decedent’s entire family.

If your loved one worked at a factory that was told many times to fix a safety hazard, but neglected to do so, and your loved one died due to an injury, you may have a wrongful death claim against the company. You would need to prove that the company knowingly refused to fix the safety hazard, and that neglect led to the death of your loved one. Then, you’d need to prove your losses.

While there is no way to give exact odds of winning a wrongful death lawsuit because some settlements are not public record, if you have a wrongful death lawyer fighting on your side, your chances of getting the compensation you deserve can increase.

There is no damage cap for a wrongful death lawsuit in New Mexico. However, when it comes to medical malpractice and suing government entities, there are damage caps. You can learn more about damage caps in this article.

Those most directly affected by the death, including the decedent’s spouse, children, grandchildren, or parents. If there are no spouses, parents, or children, the decedent’s siblings or personal representative is covered.

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7309 Indian School Rd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110

You can find Ron Bell personal injury attorneys throughout New Mexico.

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