Fatal Car Accident Lawyers in Odessa, TX

Why Kemmy Law Firm Is Right for You

You probably realize you’re better off with a 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.

We Consistently Work with Insurance Companies

We are a family-run law firm with more than 50 years of combined experience. Though we are experienced litigators, a majority of personal injury and wrongful death claims are resolved through insurance settlements.

We communicate with insurance companies, both big and small, on a weekly—if not, daily—basis. We know what insurance companies can and can’t do. We hold them accountable under the law and their insurance policies.

We Have Years of Trial Experience

Most cases settle, but that doesn’t mean you can or should avoid the court system. Many families benefit from filing a wrongful death lawsuit after enduring a car wreck death.

The discovery phase allows us to demand additional information and evidence, which we can use to strengthen your compensation claim. Because going to court might be important, you want to work with a fatal car accident lawyer who has years of trial experience.

We Are a Compassionate Family Firm

You should work with a lawyer you trust. At Kemmy Law Firm, we prioritize family. It’s why we enjoy working together every single day. We also believe in treating our clients like family. You’ll never feel like just another case file at a big law firm. We are available to our clients and ensure each case receives our time and attention.

We Maximize Compensation

Insurers prefer when families tackle the claim process on their own because then they have the advantage. Insurers know the auto insurance policy, Texas car accident injury law, and Texas insurance law backward and forward. They also know their internal processes and have tactics to limit compensation or deny your claim.

When you work with a us, you take away that advantage. You put yourself on equal footing with the insurance company and have more leverage to negotiate a full and fair settlement. At Kemmy Law Firm, our knowledge, experience, and compassion get results. We over won more than $50 million in settlements and verdicts in the past two years. Take a look at some of our results.

Your Legal Rights After a Fatal Car Accident

When you lose a relative in a deadly car accident, you might have the right to file a wrongful death claim, to receive compensation for funeral and burial expenses, medical bills, lost income, grief and suffering, and more.

Specifically, when another party’s careless, malicious, or criminal act causes someone’s death, certain close relatives can file a wrongful death lawsuit. In Texas, you can file if you are a surviving spouse, child, or parent.

What to Do After a Fatal Car Accident in Odessa, TX

Your loved one might have been pronounced dead at the scene or paramedics might have taken them to Odessa Regional Medical Center, SignatureCare Emergency Center, or Medical Center Health System’s ER prior to passing away.

Your next steps should be:

• Work with the hospital to have your loved one transferred to a funeral home.
• Obtain death certificates from the funeral home.
• Notify your car insurance provider of your loved one’s passing.
• Obtain a copy of the police crash report.
• Contact a car accident lawyer for advice.

Fatal Car Accident Damages

During a wrongful death claim, 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)

Pursuing Compensation After a Fatal Crash in Odessa, TX

When you believe another driver caused the crash and your loved one’s death, we recommend you talk with a lawyer right away. Why? Because you may have the right to compensation, but an insurer isn’t going to write you a fair check immediately.

The Car Insurance Claim

To recover compensation, you are responsible for proving the other driver was at fault and the value of your injuries. Depending on the circumstances, you might deal solely with the insurance company. An attorney will negotiate to ensure your family receives a fair settlement amount.

Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit

But dealing with the insurer might not be enough. You and your family might benefit from filing a wrongful death lawsuit in Texas. Going to court doesn’t mean your case will go to trial. Most car accident claims are resolved through pre-trial settlements. But by being willing to file a lawsuit, you show the insurer you’re serious, and you can obtain additional evidence through discovery.

Our Odessa fatal car accident lawyers will thoroughly review your circumstances and advise you on whether going to court is necessary or beneficial. We will always discuss all of your rights and options so you can make the right choice for your family.

Call an Odessa Fatal Car Accident Lawyer for Help

You’ve been put in a terrible position by this deadly car accident. You’re mourning your loved one and have to either execute their will or go through the probate process. On top of it all, you have a damaged vehicle, medical bills, and less income.

It’s important to realize you might have a legal claim against the other driver, and at Kemmy Law Firm, we can guide you through the process of obtaining fair and full compensation. Going through the insurance claim process or litigation won’t bring your spouse, parent, or child back, but it can give you the financial help you need to move forward.

Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with Kemmy Law Firm by calling (432) 400-0000 or using our online form.