Fatal Car Accident Lawyer in Hobbs, NM

Why Kemmy Law Firm Is Right for You

You probably realize you’re better off with a accident lawyer’s help, but that still leaves the difficult task of finding the right law firm for your family. We know you have a lot to deal with after a loss. Kemmy Law Firm offers free, no-obligation consults.

There is no risk in giving us a call and no up-front cost to retain our firm. We’ll review the details, clearly explain your options, and what we recommend.

Personalized Attention and Compassion

One of the ways we stand out is by limiting our caseload. Why do we do this? Because we want to give you our full attention. We believe in treating each of our clients with respect and compassion.

This means we are always available to answer your questions, address your concerns, or walk you through your options.

Trial Experience

Most car accident claims, whether related to injuries or death, settle before trial. But you still benefit from working with a car accident attorney who regularly navigates the local court system and is confident in taking your case to trial.

You never know when that’s going to be necessary. At Kemmy Law Firm, our trial attorneys have decades of litigation experience and a history of favorable jury verdict and awards. We aren’t afraid to take a case to court when that’s the best course of action.

Insurance Industry Experience

Because you’re more likely to receive an insurance settlement after a car accident death, you want an accident attorney with in-depth insurance industry knowledge. At Kemmy Law Firm, we don’t just go along with whatever an insurer says. We look for any relevant insurance policies, discover the policy limits, and scour through those policies to determine any provisions that impacts your claim.

We often go head-to-head with major insurance companies. We aren’t intimidated, and we make it known from the beginning that you won’t settle for just any lowball offer.

We Handle All Types of Fatal Car Accidents

We have decades of experience handling wrongful death claims arising from:

• Rear-End Collisions
• Head-On Collisions
• Side Impact “T-Bone” Collisions
• Sideswipe Accidents
• Left-Turn Accidents
• Right-Turn Accidents
• Blind Spot Accidents
• Leave the Road Accidents
• Rollover Car Accidents
• Car-Truck Collisions
• Car-Motorcycle Collisions
• Car-Pedestrian Accidents

Whatever the type of collision, gives us a call. Don’t assume you know what happened and why. You are better off hiring a fatal car accident lawyer to conduct an independent investigation. We can uncover the underlying cause of the crash and identify the liable party.

Wrongful Death Lawsuits following a Car Crash in Hobbs, NM

In New Mexico, your family may be entitled to wrongful death compensation if another person’s negligence, recklessness, or malicious conduct caused your relative’s death. Some states allow a close family member to file the claim, but in New Mexico, the personal representative files on behalf of a surviving spouse, children, or parents.

If your loved one left behind a spouse and children, they will receive compensation. If they did not leave behind these relatives, then their parents receive compensation.

Fatal Car Accident Damages

During a fatal car accident claim or lawsuit, close surviving relatives can demand compensation for:

• Funeral and burial expenses
• Medical expenses
• Lost income
• Lost inheritance
• Loss of the value of household services
• Mental and emotional distress
• Loss of consortium (the spousal relationship)

The Steps We Take After a Deadly Accident

You might be reeling from experiencing a car wreck death in your family, but it’s important to act promptly. There are several important steps to take to increase the likelihood of your family receiving compensation.

An Investigation

We immediately gather all the evidence available, including the police report, photos, video footage, and witness statements. We might have your car inspected or hire an accident reconstructionist. During the investigation, we identify the other driver and whether they owned that vehicle. If another person or business owned the vehicle, then another party might be liable. You might have access to another insurance policy.

Damage Calculations

When we go into an insurance claim or lawsuit, we want to know how much your claim is worth. We will work closely with your family to calculate the value of your wrongful death damages. Some of these calculations are straightforward, like funeral expenses and lost income. Other damages aren’t as simple, including the loss of household services, loss of your relationship with your spouse, parent, or child, and your mental distress.

An Insurance Claim

Once you know who is legally responsible for the accident, you can pursue compensation through an insurance claim. Insurance companies aren’t always forthcoming with information or helpful during the claims process. But we don’t let insurance stand in our way. We find out whether there are other relevant insurance policies, and we find out the limit on each policy.

A Wrongful Death Lawsuit

You might wonder why we’d file a lawsuit if most claims settle. Going to court serves several purposes. First, we can use discovery to find out more about what caused the accident, who is responsible, and insurance coverage. This might be particularly important if the crash was caused by someone working at the time. Second, filing a lawsuit shows the insurer we are serious. It gives us leverage to demand sufficient compensation.

Settlement Negotiations

Our goal is to recover fair compensation through a pretrial insurance settlement. You might receive an offer from the insurance company, in which case, we’ll talk with you about the benefits of accepting or denying the offer. This offer might kickoff negotiations because we can counter. Afterward, we’ll either reach an agreement, or it will become clear the insurer isn’t interested in giving you an appropriate amount of compensation. Under these circumstances, we’ll move forward with a trial and seek compensation from a jury.

Talk with Us About How We Handle Fatal Car Accidents in Hobbs, NM

A fatal car accident puts you and your family in a very difficult position. You obviously want justice for your loved one, but you need compensation to move on, too. By hiring an experienced trial lawyer to handle your claim, you give yourself the best chance of doing both.

At Kemmy Law Firm, our skills and experience cover both insurance claims and wrongful death lawsuits. Whatever path we have to take, we will fight hard for you to receive the maximum compensation and hold the reckless party accountable.

To schedule your free, confidential consultation, call (575) 222-8549 or use our online form.