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Losing someone you love is deeply painful. The weight of that loss can feel even heavier when it’s caused by someone else’s negligence. Nothing can undo that loss. However, pursuing civil remedies can provide financial support, hold responsible parties accountable, and help bring closure. Reaching out to a Houston wrongful death lawyer will help you get justice and begin to make peace with what you’ve lost.
After the untimely death of a cherished loved one and the financial hardship that often follows, you don’t have to suffer alone. Trust Ryan Nguyen, a sympathetic wrongful death attorney passionate about serving Houston families.
Understanding Wrongful Death Claims
Under the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code (Chapter 71), a wrongful death is when someone dies due to the “wrongful act, neglect, carelessness, unskillfulness, or default” of another party. This means that the death would not have occurred if the liable entity had acted responsibly.
The death could have resulted from a accidente de tráfico, an injury on private premises, or a variety of other circumstances. Under state law, this type of civil lawsuit allows you, as a surviving family member, to seek compensation for your loss and the emotional and financial hardships you’ve experienced as a result.
It’s important to understand that your relationship to the victim determines whether you can pursue a claim. Eligible relationships include:
- surviving spouse
- children (including adopted children)
- parents
Aside from close relatives, personal representatives of the deceased person’s estate can open the claim. If you do not fall into one of these categories, you unfortunately cannot sue for wrongful death.
Another important factor is that you have only two years from the date of death to file a claim under Texas’s statute of limitations. After that point, your case won’t be eligible for damages. Regardless, speaking to an attorney is an important step to learn if you have a case.
After a tragic loss, don’t go through this stressful experience alone. By working with a compassionate attorney like Ryan Nguyen, you can pursue compensation to help alleviate some of the stress and hardship during this difficult time.
How a Houston Wrongful Death Lawyer Helps You Seek Justice
Ryan Nguyen takes key steps to build a compelling case that proves negligence in court and helps you move forward. He starts by thoroughly investigating the case to understand the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s death. This includes gathering core pieces of evidence, including:
- police reports
- medical records
- photos of the scene
- witness statements
He uses this evidence to identify all possible defendants in the case. Depending on how exactly your loved one passed, it may involve drivers, employers, medical providers, or even product manufacturers.
Insurance companies often try to minimize wrongful death payouts by pressuring you to settle as soon as possible. Under Ryan’s careful watch, your case won’t fall short. Instead, he takes time to carefully calculate all the damages your family has suffered from this loss, including:
- medical costs
- damage to property
- lost future wages
- loss of companionship
Of course, nothing can ever replace your loved one. But a financial award helps your family cover essential expenses and provides stability and support as you navigate this challenging time.
How Much Does It Cost To Hire a Wrongful Death Attorney?
When you already face financial stress after the death of a loved one, it’s natural to question if you can even afford a wrongful death attorney. The best wrongful death attorney will understand the reality of your circumstances. They’ll offer to take you on as a client on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay nothing unless you win your case. Your lawyer only takes a small fee from the final award.
When you need a trusted attorney who compassionately seeks closure, reach out to Ryan Nguyen. He has over a decade of experience handling wrongful death cases in Houston. As such, he understands how negligence leads to these losses and works to hold the responsible party accountable.
As an attorney who works on a contingency fee, it costs nothing out of your own pocket to work with Ryan.
Speak to Attorney Ryan Nguyen at a Free Consultation
The passing of a loved one is never easy. It can be even harder when someone else’s actions contribute to such a painful loss. As your Houston wrongful death lawyer, Ryan Nguyen will build a strong case to restore compensation after a tragic loss of a loved one, so your family can stay afloat and find closure and peace.
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