Abilene Wrongful Death Lawyer

The shock of sudden loss gives way to a glaring void that cannot be filled, at least not immediately. Wrongful deaths also tend to create unprecedented financial pressures, with mounting medical bills, funeral expenses, and the prospect of life without your loved one’s income can leave families feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where relief may lie. That relief can come from the Law Offices of David M. White as we fight for justice for the crushing cost of wrongful deaths.

If you’re facing this devastating situation in Abilene, Texas, you deserve a compassionate attorney who understands the depth of your trauma. Call the Law Offices of David M. White today at (325) 437-3311 for a free consultation about why hiring an Abilene wrongful death attorney may be your best option.

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You Must Trust Your Wrongful Death Lawyer. There Is Good Reason to Trust the Law Offices of David M. White with Your Case in Abilene.

You may be wondering if you can trust another person with something this important. The truth is, not every lawyer understands what it feels like to sit across from a family who’s lost someone in preventable circumstances—a lawyer who understands the complicated forms of grief that sudden losses create.

Your Abilene wrongful death lawyer from the Law Offices of David M. White will understand what you’re going through. We’ve built our entire practice around being there for people during their darkest hours, and wrongful death cases are vitally important to us. While your case is unique, we’ve walked similar paths with countless families facing the sort of pain and loss you are. When you hire us, you get:

A Practice Built Around Real People, Not Case Numbers 

Attorney David M. White doesn’t try to be everything to everyone. He focuses on a select few case types, including wrongful death. This intentional focus means he knows his cases inside and out, connects with clients on a personal level, and makes every wrongful death case he accepts a top priority.

Unlike many, our firm is not overstretched in the name of making money. We’re completely dialed in on getting justice for our clients.

A Team Familiar with Many Specific Wrongful Death Case Types

Over the years, we’ve represented families dealing with wrongful deaths stemming from a spectrum of circumstances, including:

• Motor vehicle accidents, such as car crashes, truck collisions, and motorcycle accidents
• Medical malpractice, including but not limited to hospital negligence, surgical errors, and diagnostic mistakes
• Premises liability incidents, such as slip and fall accidents, inadequate security, and dangerous property conditions
• Animal attacks, including but not limited to fatal injuries inflicted by aggressive dogs
• Fatal workplace accidents, including those that happen in oilfields (Texas routinely leads the country in fatal oilfield accidents)

Even if the circumstances of your loved one’s death don’t appear here, we encourage you to call us for a no-risk, cost-free consultation.

A Lawyer with a Strong Financial Background

Before becoming a lawyer, Attorney White earned his business degree in Finance with Honors from Texas Tech University, graduating magna cum laude in 2002. Then, he went on to get his law degree from Texas Tech in 2006. Why does this matter to you?

Losing someone doesn’t just break your heart—it often breaks survivors financially, too. Having an attorney who truly understands your case’s legal and financial aspects and circumstances is a priceless asset as we calculate your damages and pursue fair compensation.

Personalized, Compassionate, Communicative Representation

The loss of a loved one can be truly paralyzing. For many, even getting out of bed or making a phone call becomes a daunting feat, and we strive to make your wrongful death case as painless and non-invasive as possible by:

• Keeping you informed so you don’t have to reach out to us about your case status (though you certainly can do so)
• Making every detail of your case easy to understand 
• Laying out your case timeline and informing you if the timeline or expectations shift 
• Always being available for your calls, emails, or texts
• Treating you with compassion and grace, as we know that losing a loved one is as distressing as it gets

Se habla español, so we can meet clients from all backgrounds and walks of life where they are. The pain of a wrongful death knows no language barriers, and we have a versatile staff able to help all clients who are suffering that pain.

What We Expect From Our Clients

We mean it when we say we want your primary priority to be recovery. Grief requires your attention, and one benefit of hiring us is that you won’t have to stress about your case.

That being said, our clients must attend to a few critical responsibilities, which are:

• Sharing your loved one with us: The strength of your wrongful death case depends partly on our understanding of your deceased family member’s life, relationships, earning capacity, and contributions to your household. We encourage you to honor them by letting us in, as we want to know who we are fighting for.
• Be available: A client’s best ability in a wrongful death case is availability. We may need to reach you quickly to explain important developments, settlement opportunities, or case updates regarding your wrongful death claim. 
• Trust our word: Our recommendations regarding settlement offers, court appearances, depositions, and case strategy come from years of experience handling wrongful death claims for grieving families. Following our advice helps avoid potential pitfalls that can harm your case and diminish the compensation your family deserves.
• Know that this process takes time, but that we want to resolve it as soon as possible: Patience allows us to build the strongest possible wrongful death case rather than accepting inadequate early settlement offers that don’t fully account for your family’s financial and emotional suffering. We know you want to move forward, and we want the same for you. The most important consideration, though, is that we get the compensation you deserve.

Let’s look closer at how the Law Offices of David M. White will fight for you and your loved ones.

Defend, Advise, and Fight For: What Your Abilene Wrongful Death Lawyer Will Do for You and Your Loved Ones

Attorney David M. White has dedicated years of his life to the law and his clients. He is in the ideal position to handle every detail of your case, and that’s what he and his team will do. We want you to dive into your healing process while we:

• Secure evidence and get a clear picture of the case: We immediately start digging into what happened to your loved one. We’ll get our hands on police reports and medical records and talk to anyone who saw what occurred. If there’s security camera footage or other evidence, we’ll track it down. We also bring in experts who can reconstruct accidents, explain what went wrong, and help us understand exactly what caused this tragedy.
• Keep the insurance companies off your back (and keep them honest): You’ll probably hear from insurance adjusters quickly after your loss, and they’re likely not calling to do you any favors. Generally speaking, insurers want to settle fast and cheap while you’re still reeling from grief, knowing that wrongful deaths come at a high cost. We will shield you from bad-faith tactics and keep insurers as honest as possible.
• Fight for a fair settlement: Most wrongful death cases end up getting resolved without going to trial through negotiations with the liable parties. We will demand a settlement that truly reflects what your family has lost, and we won’t accept the first lowball offer that the liable parties extend. 
• Going to court when clients elect to: Sometimes, the insurance company or responsible party just won’t offer what’s fair, and that’s when we head to court. We’re comfortable in front of a jury and will tell your loved one’s story compellingly if this is the strategy we ultimately decide upon.

Your case will involve much more, from piles of paperwork to hours spent brainstorming and beyond. Let us handle these critical responsibilities so you can tend to the critical responsibility of processing your loss.

A Big-Picture Timeline for Wrongful Death Cases

Wrongful death cases don’t follow a standard timeline, as each involves unique circumstances, insurance companies, and legal challenges. However, you might feel more empowered knowing that cases like yours generally unfold in three phases:

• Initial investigation phase: This phase may cover the first several months of your case and involve gathering evidence, obtaining records, and building the foundation of your case. This phase is vital for establishing liability and documenting your family’s losses.
• Negotiation phase: Once we have a clear picture of your case’s strengths and your family’s damages, we begin settlement negotiations with insurance companies or defendants. This phase can last several months as we work toward fair compensation.
• Litigation phase: If settlement negotiations don’t produce acceptable offers, we file a lawsuit and begin the formal court process. This phase may involve discovery, depositions, and a trial if necessary.

Each case is fluid, so these timelines are not set in stone. That being said, know that our office will be in your case for the long haul, though we will fight tirelessly to secure an efficient, fair resolution for you.

Recoverable Damages in Wrongful Death Cases

Texas law reflects the fact that families suffer both economic and emotional losses when a loved one dies due to negligence. The damages available in wrongful death cases are designed to address these various forms of harm, and they often include:

• Economic losses: These tangible financial impacts affect your family’s immediate and long-term security. They can include lost income and benefits your loved one would have earned throughout their lifetime, loss of inheritance you would have received, funeral and burial expenses, medical costs, and more.
• Non-economic damages: Your emotional and relational losses are equally important, though more challenging to quantify. These damages address the loss of companionship, emotional support, and guidance your loved one provided, along with the mental anguish and grief your family experiences because of the loss.
• Punitive damages: In cases involving particularly egregious conduct, such as drunk driving or gross negligence, Texas law may allow additional punitive damages designed to punish the wrongdoer and deter similar behavior.

As we get to know you and the loved one you have lost, your damages will become apparent.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?

Texas law carefully defines who has the legal right to pursue a wrongful death claim. Understanding these requirements is necessary for families dealing with loss and seeking justice. The following individuals can generally file a wrongful death lawsuit:

• Surviving spouse: Your husband or wife’s death entitles you to seek compensation for the loss of companionship, support, and future earnings.
• Children of the deceased: Both minor and adult children can pursue claims for the loss of their parent’s guidance, support, and inheritance.
• Parents of the deceased: If your child died without a spouse or children, you may file a claim for your devastating loss.

The trauma of losing someone close to you becomes even more complex when multiple family members are affected. Call our office as soon as possible for a personalized, straightforward evaluation of your case’s eligibility.

Cases Like Yours Are Particularly Challenging. Let Us Spare You from Avoidable Headaches and Heartache.

Wrongful death cases present hurdles, some unique to this case type. As Attorney White and his team have handled many wrongful death cases, we know that some of the most common challenges are:

• Emotional concerns: Grieving families often struggle with the idea of pursuing “money” for their loved one’s life. We help families understand that seeking compensation isn’t about putting a price on life—it’s about holding negligent parties accountable and securing your family’s financial future. We also shield you from the sensitive aspects that wrongful death cases inevitably contain.
• Insurance companies’ distressing tactics: Insurers employ various strategies to minimize payouts, even when claimants are in a state of grief. Our experience neutralizing these tactics will protect your family’s interests and insulate you from the distressing nature of such bad faith.
• Shortened deadlines: Texas has strict deadlines for filing wrongful death claims. Missing these deadlines can permanently bar your family from seeking compensation, making prompt legal action essential.

You don’t need any more headaches or heartache than you already face. Let us take on these adversities for you, as you’ve got more than enough of your own.

Call the Law Offices of David M. White Today to Discuss the Benefits of Hiring an Abilene Wrongful Death Attorney from Our Firm

Your family shouldn’t have to face the aftermath of wrongful death alone. The trauma of losing someone you love, combined with mounting financial pressures and uncertainty about the future, is a recipe for you to ask for help. We’re here, ready to fight for the justice you deserve.

At the Law Offices of David M. White, we understand that your case represents far more than a legal matter—it’s about justice for your loved one and security for your family’s future. We start the relationship on the right foot by asking for no upfront fee, and we will only receive compensation if we recover financial compensation for you. Call us today at  (325) 437-3311  for a free consultation.