According to the New Mexico Department of Transportation, Bernalillo County has the highest crash fatality fatality rate in the state. There has been approximately 400 fatalities in the county since January 2013.
Any unexpected death, no matter the cause, can result in both emotional and financial voids in the lives of surviving family members. At Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys, our New Mexico wrongful death attorneys are experienced at holding responsible parties accountable for causing a life-threatening accident. We also understand that there are many different causes of fatal accidents and forms of loss that can affect a family after a tragic accidents occur.
Wrongful Death Damages
Seeking out a personal injury attorney to assist in processing a wrongful death claim may help increase your chances of getting compensation for immediate and long term expenses and other damages.
The types of damages available to an individual depends on his or her connection to the deceased party. Wrongful death damages are wide ranging in scope. They include but are not limited to:
- Burial expenses;
- Medical costs of the deceased‘s last injury/illness;
- Mental distress;
- Pain;
- Loss of support; and,
- Punitive damages.
Punitive damages are unlike common damages in that they don’t indemnify family members for their loss. These damages also come into play when you show evidence of gross negligence, reckless conduct, and intentional harm to be the cause of the loss of your loved one.
Please contact our personal injury law office in Albuquerque day or night, 365 days out of the year for a free consultation. We know that nothing can replace the loss of a loved one. That is why our compassionate legal team is driven to help surviving family members relieve financial distress. We help you seek closure by holding those responsible accountable.
How an Attorney Can Help in Your Quest for Justice
There are numerous factors and potential damages involved in a wrongful death case. An attorney is critically important in any attempts to obtain fair compensation by:
- Thoroughly researching the cause of fatal accident to establish fault.
- Providing aggressive representation to holds those at fault accountable for their negligence or intentional actions.
- Stepping in to handle various challenges that may occur while working with insurance companies.
Our Albuquerque Wrongful Death Attorneys are Here to Help
Have you lost a loved one in an accident? Was is partially or completely the fault of another person or institution? If you suspect anyone might be at fault for your loved one’s death, there is a good chance you can obtain compensation.
Reach out to our Albuquerque wrongful death attorneys today to schedule an initial free consultation. Even though our normal office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. you can contact us 24/7 via phone at (505) 544-4444. You can also reach us through our website’s convenient LiveChat feature.