Wrongful Death Lawyers

A wrongful death case is brought by a family when a loved one has been killed as a result of another's negligence. The wrongful death lawyers at Glasheen, Valles & Inderman will work tirelessly to get you or your loved ones the justice you deserve.

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Wrongful Death

The loss of a loved one is a devastating experience that no family should have to endure. When that loss is due to someone else’s negligence, the pain can be even more profound. At Glasheen, Valles & Inderman, we understand the deep emotional impact of wrongful death cases and approach each situation with the utmost compassion and sensitivity.

The Impact of Wrongful Death

Wrongful death cases impact families across Texas and New Mexico, from major metropolitan areas to smaller communities. These tragic incidents leave loved ones facing profound grief and unexpected challenges. In these diverse states, wrongful death can occur in various circumstances:

A fatigued truck driver causes a fatal collision on an interstate highway.
An oilfield worker loses their life due to inadequate safety measures.
A defective product results in a fatal accident in a residential home.
An industrial explosion claims the life of a worker.

Each case tells a unique story of loss, affecting families, workplaces, and communities. The emotional toll is immense, often compounded by financial burdens such as medical bills, funeral expenses, and lost income. At Glasheen, Valles & Inderman, we understand how wrongful death claims can help grieving families find justice and financial stability. While no legal action can replace a loved one, it can provide closure and hold negligent parties accountable.

Our firm has extensive experience handling wrongful death cases across Texas and New Mexico. We’ve seen the resilience of families navigating these difficult circumstances and are committed to guiding them with compassion and expertise. Whether it’s an industrial accident or another tragic event, we fight for the compensation our clients need to move forward.

Why Choose Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers for Your Wrongful Death Case?

Proven Expertise in Wrongful Death Claims

Our attorneys have extensive experience handling wrongful death cases across Texas and New Mexico. We understand the unique challenges faced by families in both urban and rural areas and are well-versed in the wrongful death statutes and legal procedures of both states.

Proven Track Record

Our wrongful death attorneys have a history of success in securing significant settlements and verdicts for families who have lost loved ones due to negligence. We’ve helped clients from diverse communities obtain the compensation they deserve.

Relentless Advocacy

We fight tirelessly for your rights, navigating the complex legal system to recover the maximum compensation for your family’s loss. Our team is prepared to take on large corporations and insurance companies to ensure justice is served.

Compassionate Representation When You Need It Most

We recognize that losing a loved one is devastating. Our experienced attorneys are committed to supporting you through the emotional, financial, and legal challenges that follow such a tragic event. Whether you’re facing:

Unexpected funeral and burial expenses
Loss of financial support
Grief and emotional distress
Complex legal proceedings

If you’ve lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, we are here to help ease these burdens and hold those responsible accountable. Reach out to Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers at any of our offices in Texas or New Mexico. We proudly serve families throughout both states, providing compassionate legal support tailored to your needs. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation. Let us help you navigate this challenging time with expertise and care.

Understanding Wrongful Death Claims in Texas and New Mexico

As experienced wrongful death lawyers, we have tools to determine how an accident happened, and why. While no amount of money will ease the pain of losing a loved one, we believe that when we hold wrongdoers accountable, we help ensure that this same type of tragedy does not happen again to another family.

Texas Wrongful Death Claims

In Texas, wrongful death claims are governed by the Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code § 71.002. These claims can be filed when a death is caused by a “wrongful act, neglect, carelessness, unskillfulness, or default.” Key aspects include:

Who Can File: Surviving spouse, children (minors or adults), or parents are eligible. If no eligible family member files within three months, the deceased’s estate may initiate the lawsuit unless all family members request otherwise.
Statute of Limitations: Claims must be filed within two years from the date of death.
Proving Negligence: You must demonstrate that the defendant owed a duty of care, breached that duty, and caused the death as a result.
Damages: Compensation can include funeral expenses, lost income, medical bills incurred before death, loss of companionship, and emotional suffering.

New Mexico Wrongful Death Claims

In New Mexico, wrongful death claims are governed by the Wrongful Death Act (NMSA 1978, § 41-2-1). Key elements include:

Who Can File: Only the personal representative of the deceased’s estate can file on behalf of surviving family members.
Statute of Limitations: Claims must be filed within three years from the date of death.
Proving Liability: You must show that another party’s negligence or intentional act directly caused the death and resulted in damages.
Damages: Compensation may include medical expenses, funeral costs, lost wages, loss of companionship, and emotional distress.

Types of Claims

Wrongful Death Claim: Any wrongful death “beneficiary” can bring this claim on behalf of other beneficiaries. It doesn’t require probate, and the person bringing the suit doesn’t have to be an estate administrator or will beneficiary.
Survival Claim: This belongs to the decedent’s estate and covers medical expenses and damages like pain and suffering experienced before death.

Our attorneys have extensive experience navigating both Texas and New Mexico legal systems, building strong cases to hold negligent parties accountable. We provide compassionate, experienced legal counsel to help you through this difficult time and secure the compensation you deserve.

How Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers Can Help

At Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers, we understand that losing a loved one to wrongful death is one of the most devastating experiences a family can face. We treat our clients like family because we know how important it is to have compassionate and reliable support during such a difficult time. When you choose our firm, you become a valued part of a team dedicated to helping you seek justice and find some measure of closure.Our attorneys take the time to truly understand your unique circumstances, ensuring that your voice is heard, and your concerns are addressed. From the moment you reach out, we guide you through every step of the legal process with care and professionalism. We know that no legal action can replace your loss, but we are committed to helping you secure the compensation needed to ease financial burdens and hold negligent parties accountable.Your well-being and peace of mind are our top priorities. Trust our team at GVILAW to provide unwavering dedication to your case and to stand by your side as a source of strength and support during this challenging time.

For more information about wrongful death cases, our experience representing those who have been affected, and the outcomes of our cases, please contact us today. Our lawyers will provide you with a free consultation to determine if you are entitled to compensation. Call today to speak immediately with one of our experienced wrongful death lawyers and get your questions answered.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident, regardless of your location, our attorneys are ready to evaluate your potential case during a free consultation.

Glasheen Valles and Inderman was the best choice by far. - Eleana Flores

Past Success

We have extensive experience of recovering for our client's wrongful death claims, including a $13,500,000 net-to-client settlement for a wrongful death train wreck case and a $4,200,000 net-to-client verdict for the wrongful death of two people in a truck wreck.

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Motor Vehicle Wreck | Wrongful Death

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Motor Vehicle Wreck | Wrongful Death

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Oilfield Explosion | Wrongful Death & Injuries

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Below is a list of some of the most-frequently-asked questions by our clients and prospective clients. If you still have any questions, feel free to contact us.

How long do I have to make a claim for personal injuries?
For personal injury claims the time period to file a claim could be anywhere from one year to four years depending upon the type of claim that you have. Generally, the time limit is two years to file suit in Texas. It is important to get advice from an attorney because the exact time limits can depend upon the specific facts of your case. It is important to hire an attorney soon after an accident. The insurance companies usually respond immediately and so should you. An attorney can help preserve evidence that otherwise may be lost forever.
What is a personal-injury board-certified attorney?
An attorney who is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Personal Injury Trial Law must have handled jury trials dealing with matters such as vehicle accidents, workers’ compensation, premises liability, products liability, statutory tort claims, maritime accidents, or social security claims which involve a physical or mental injury to a person. The lawyer must also have extensive knowledge of the law of evidence, procedure, and other substantive law involved in the trial of Personal Injury Trial Law. In order to be certified , an attorney must have:
- Been licensed to practice law for at least five years;
- Devoted a required percentage of practice to personal injury trial law for at least three years;
- Handled a wide variety of personal injury trial law matters to demonstrate experience and involvement;
- Attended personal injury trial law continuing education seminars regularly to keep legal training up to date;
- Been evaluated by fellow lawyers and judges; and
- Passed a day-long written examination.
Kevin Glasheen is Board Certified in Personal Injury and Civil Trial Law.
What is a wrongful death claim?
The law provides that if a person is killed because of the negligence of another, then there is a wrongful death claim. The people who can make a claim on behalf of the deceased person in Texas are the parents, spouse and children of the decedent. The wrongful death claim recognizes that when a person is killed, then the parents, spouse and children of the decedent will have damages for the loss of that relationship. Wrongful death damages include loss of economic contributions and support from the decedent. Wrongful death damages also include loss of emotional support, love and affection from the decedent. Other wrongful death damages include damages for the mental anguish, pain, suffering and loss that the family has endured. Related to wrongful death claims is a survival claim. The law recognizes that when a person dies that the estate will have a claim for the medical expenses that were incurred prior to death and for any conscious pain, suffering, disability or other damages that the decedent suffered as a result of their injuries prior to their death. This claim for “pre-death” damages known as a “survival claim,” is owned by the estate and distributed according to the Will, or in the absence of a Will, according to the probate laws.
Why should I hire an attorney?
Potential defendants are usually covered by insurance. The insurance companies are notified immediately when an accident occurs, and they usually hire attorneys and expert witnesses to investigate the claim. It is important that witnesses be interviewed as soon as possible and evidence be preserved. Witnesses will often be more difficult to locate or will have a poor memory if they are interviewed much later after the accident has occurred. Evidence such as machinery parts or skid marks on the highway will disappear unless preserved quickly. Insurance companies have insurance adjusters who will contact you and try to be friendly. You should not trust the statements that insurance adjusters make to you. They are not working for you and will sometimes make misleading statements in an effort to trick you into resolving your case. Insurance adjusters also might record your conversations with them and use your statements against you in order to try to save money for the insurance companies.

The main thing we try to impress upon people is that it’s never too early to talk to an attorney, and it’s always too late. By that we mean that speaking with an attorney very soon after a crash or other accident in no way will harm you. Along the same lines, the longer you try to handle a claim on your own or delay hiring competent counsel, irreparable damage can be done in the form of recorded statements given to the insurance companies and evidence not being preserved. There is no risk or fee for speaking with an attorney and arranging an initial consultation.
What is my claim worth?
Personal injury claims are usually resolved by either settlement or by a jury. When a case is settled, it is the client’s decision of whether or not to accept a settlement offer. The lawyer will advise the client as to the potential value of the claim. Lawyers evaluate the potential value of a claim by predicting what a jury would do based on experience with similar claims.A jury can consider all sorts of damages in a personal injury case including medical expenses in the past and in the future, loss of earnings in the past and in the future as a result of the injury, physical pain and mental anguish in the past and in the future, compensation for impairment – that is loss of use, and disfigurement damages. The jury has discretion in awarding the sums. We can give you advice on the value of your claim based on our experience with some of our claims and similar jury results.
What is negligence?
Negligence simply means failure to use ordinary care – that is, simply being careless. If a person is not acting reasonably or is not being careful then he is being negligent. We are not required to show that a person intentionally caused an injury in order to make a claim, we only have to show that they were negligent. If a person did do something intentionally or was reckless then they can be liable for punitive damages in addition to actual damages.

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