Wrongful Death Caused By Law Enforcement Lawyers
Law enforcement officers are tasked with carrying out duties, which include serving and protecting communities. Unfortunately, Law enforcement officers are frequently placed in dangerous circumstances with only a few seconds to make a decision. They must also determine whether deadly force is necessary for a split second.
It goes without saying that things can go wrong in the heat of the moment, but if a law enforcement officer acted with malice or negligence and caused a death, surviving family members may be able to file a claim on behalf of their loved one.
If you’ve lost a loved one as a result of law enforcement officer action, Texas Personal Injury Lawyers is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to answer any questions you may have about civil liability and monetary compensation you may be entitled to. Call us immediately to speak with our experienced wrongful death lawyers.
What Is Wrongful Death By Law Enforcement?
Wrongful death by law enforcement occurs when an individual is harmed through unlawful means and dies as a result. This might occur as a consequence of carelessness or intentional infliction of harm. Family members of someone who died as a result of unlawful policing may bring a civil claim against the officer and law enforcement department.
How The Lawsuit Process Works For Compensation
The procedure for bringing a lawsuit may vary from one scenario to the next. However, Texas Personal Injury Lawyers follow certain procedures while defending the victim’s family in court. The litigation procedure generally includes gathering and evaluating information and evidence, filing a lawsuit, demanding the production of important documents and records, depositions, negotiations, and mediations.
- Review The Available Information
The first step is to collect all relevant information. This includes police reports, investigative paperwork, articles, testimonies, and newspaper accounts of the incident.
- File A Lawsuit On Behalf Of The Personal Representative
After deciding if there is enough evidence to support a wrongful death claim, a personal representative files the case on behalf of the deceased victim’s close relatives.
- Request For Production Or Court Orders
After the lawsuit is filed, we may request additional information. This includes recordings, videos, and papers. If required, we submit a petition to the court asking for access to critical information to be allowed.
- Settlement Negotiation Or Mediation
Wrongful deaths caused by law enforcement officials do not always necessitate a trial. The case is sometimes resolved through pre-trial settlement talks or mediation, although we only accept settlements or mediation if it is in our client’s best interests.
- Go To Trial And Represent The Client If Necessary
Finally, if going to trial is in our client’s best interests, we are prepared to do so. Our crew of wrongful death lawyers advocates for the client using evidence-based and forceful argumentation.
The Benefits Of Working With Texas Personal Injury Lawyers
Seeking justice and retribution for a loved one’s death at the hands of a law enforcement officer implies taking the appropriate steps and being able to make your case effectively and with evidence, regardless of whether you pursue legal action. Working with a wrongful death lawyer can help you avoid missing deadlines and following incorrect procedures.
What To Do Following A Wrongful Death Caused By Law Enforcement
If a law enforcement officer killed your loved one, you must act quickly. By law, your time to file a police brutality claim is restricted. As a result, we strongly advise you to contact Texas Personal Injury Lawyers right away for a free and no-obligation consultation. Let us look into what occurred to your loved one and inform you of your legal options. Wrongful death caused by law enforcement lawsuits is difficult, and you deserve to know all of the details about your potential wrongful death lawsuit before making a decision on whether or not to pursue a claim.
If you decide to bring a wrongful death claim, we will work tirelessly to secure your full compensation for medical expenses incurred before death, funeral expenses, missed income, pain and suffering, and other damages. No amount of money can bring back your loved one, but a lawsuit will reimburse you for the financial loss you’ve experienced and hold law enforcement officers accountable, it may deter future cases of wrongful death caused by law enforcement, and it may protect other families from similar pain.
Contact Texas Personal Injury Lawyers Following A Wrongful Death Caused By Law Enforcement
Whether or not your loved one was breaking the law at the time of his death, you may still have a wrongful death lawsuit against law enforcement if their officer used unreasonable, unnecessary, and excessive force that resulted in your loved one’s death.
To learn more about your legal options, please call Texas Personal Injury Lawyers immediately to schedule a free and confidential case evaluation. We take cases on a contingency fee basis and there are no costs unless we win, and the consultation is completely free.