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Houston Wrongful Death Attorney
A wrongful death happens when someone dies as a result of negligence on the part of another person or entity. Unfortunately, cases of this kind occur quite frequently, and when they do, the consequences can be disastrous for the families of the victims involved. If someone close to you has passed away as a result of a wrongful act or the negligence of another, one of the first actions you should take is contacting a reputable and experienced personal injury attorney.
Jorge L. Gomez is board certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. With more than 15 years’ experience, he has worked countless cases and taken to verdict more than 70 jury trials.
In the case of wrongful death, timing is critical, as evidence needs to be preserved as quickly as possible in order to build a strong case. This will allow an experienced and skilled attorney to promptly get started on building a case against those at fault.
What to Expect From a Wrongful Death Attorney
At Gomez Law Firm, you can expect our professionals to compassionately navigate you through the wrongful death lawsuit process, including:
• Determining whether an estate needs to be created in the wrongful death case – When there is more than one claimant involved, an attorney needs to determine through a thorough analysis whether a probate estate should be created.
• Establishing life expectancy – This phase requires extensive research and analysis of the deceased’s health, age, activities, lifestyle, and occupation in order to determine their probable life expectancy before the accident occurred.
• Working out the amount of financial support that may have been lost to heirs – If the deceased was supporting heirs financially at the time of death, a thorough analysis is needed on the victim’s employment history, past wages, and total expected future wages in order to establish economic damages to which heirs are entitled.
• Calculating monetary value for loss of companionship, society, and comfort – These types of damages are the most difficult to determine. Hence, it is critical to enlist skilled experts adept at presenting a jury with the right information to quantify damages.
• Proving and explaining liability and losses to a jury in a wrongful death case – This phase requires compiling the right experts to prove your case and skillfully communicating the discovered points to a jury. Wrongful death cases can be expensive to prosecute, so it is critical to have an attorney who can bear those expenses to present the best case possible.
Competence and Experience: What to Look for in a Wrongful Death Attorney
If someone close to you has died due to the negligence, recklessness, or intentional behavior of another party, it is imperative that you immediately get in touch with an experienced attorney with wrongful death case experience. The first stages following a wrongful death are the most important, as the preparation required will be extensive to give your case the best possible foundation. Be sure you have an experienced attorney skilled in wrongful death cases on your side.
Jorge L. Gomez is board certified in Personal Injury Trial Law, a certification that fewer than 1,700 attorneys in the state of Texas hold. With more than 15 years’ experience, thousands of cases litigated, and more than 70 jury trials, Gomez Law Firm is well-positioned to guide your wrongful death case to a successful conclusion.
Contact Our Wrongful Death Attorney
Remember, time is of the essence in order to build a strong case. Gomez Law Firm stands ready to begin your process with a free consultation with Jorge L. Gomez. Contact Gomez Law Firm at (713) 868 5528 and together we can construct a case with the strongest foundation possible to ensure the best outcome for you and your family.