Wrongful death is the devastating outcome of someone else’s negligence. It is a loss of life due to a preventable act of negligence, such as distracted driving or medical malpractice. At the Law Firm of Aaron A. Herbert, P.C, we can help you hold the at-fault party accountable if you believe you have a wrongful death case. A successful lawsuit could give your family justice and closure, as well as compensation to pay for expenses such as a funeral during this tough time. Please call (214) 200-4878 today for a free consultation with our Plano wrongful death attorneys.
Why Clients Choose Us
- We are compassionate wrongful death attorneys who maintain long-term relationships with our many satisfied clients.
- We are successful trial attorneys. Aaron A. Herbert is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law - something less than 2% of attorneys in Texas can say.
- We help families with wrongful death claims and lawsuits in Plano, Texas without charging anything for our services until we win.
How a Wrongful Death Lawyer Can Help
Hiring a lawyer to represent your family during a wrongful death claim can take away any stress you might otherwise experience. Rather than having to deal with deadlines, paperwork and settlement negotiations on your own, your lawyer will take over these processes while you focus on grieving. An attorney can help you with difficult steps such as naming the defendant and arguing for fair compensation. With a lawyer representing your family’s interests, you can rest assured your case is in good hands.
Do You Have a Case?
You might be able to bring a wrongful death cause of action against a defendant in Plano, Texas if your loved one’s recent death occurred less than two years ago, fulfills the definition of wrongful death and if you have evidence of someone else’s accountability. Texas’ statute of limitations on wrongful death claims is two years. Failing to file your claim within the two-year deadline will most likely result in the courts dismissing your case before it begins. Act now - contact an attorney before the deadline expires.
In general, you might have a wrongful death claim in Texas if what happened to your loved one would have given him or her the ability to file a personal injury lawsuit had he or she survived the injury. If you have reason to believe another person’s negligence caused the death of your loved one, and that a reasonable and prudent person would have been able to prevent it, you may have a wrongful death claim. A lawyer from the Law Firm of Aaron A. Herbert, P.C. can help you gather evidence of someone else’s fault for a fatal accident in Plano.
When to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Entering the legal arena might be the last thing you wish to do after the death of someone you love. Our attorneys understand. However, we have seen firsthand how a wrongful death settlement or jury verdict can change a family’s outlook for the future. Filing a wrongful death lawsuit can lead to important compensation for you and your family members, especially after the death of the breadwinner of your family. It can also hold the at-fault party accountable for acts of negligence or wrongdoing that took your relative’s life. This could give you a sense of closure after a fatal accident, as well as potentially prevent the defendant from causing other deaths in a similar manner.
Contact a Plano Wrongful Death Attorney Today
Taking legal action can be a critical step toward healing and financial independence after the loss of someone close to you. If you wish to find out about a potential wrongful death case in Plano, Texas, do not hesitate to contact Attorney Aaron A. Herbert and his associates for a free consultation. You can also call (214) 200-4878 to speak to our lawyers directly.