Is a car crash fatality considered a wrongful death? When a person is killed in a car crash due to another person’s negligent actions, the incident may qualify as a wrongful death. In Texas, the law mandates that the responsible party must compensate the surviving family members. Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit? Only… Read More
Category: Fatal Crash
by Benjamin Treviño | May 6th, 2025 | Blog, Fatal Crash, Lawsuit, News, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall, Wrongful Death
San Antonio Car Crash Attorney J. Gonzalez
by Benjamin Treviño | April 16th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Fatal Crash, Personal Injury
Hidalgo County Wrongful Death and Personal Injury Attorney J. Gonzalez
What happens if one event results in multiple plaintiffs suing the same defendant? A lawsuit with multiple plaintiffs seeking compensation from one and the same defendant can arise in a crash involving multiple vehicles. Each plaintiff will bring their specific set of circumstances and injuries to the table. One person might have minor injuries, another… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | April 10th, 2025 | Community, Fatal Crash, News
McAllen Wrongful Death Attorney J. Gonzalez
A wrongful death can impact families beyond the immediate loss, encompassing emotional, financial, and psychological consequences. Emotional and Psychological Trauma: Families experience intense grief, sadness, anger, confusion, and despair. The loss can lead to long-term psychological effects, including anxiety, depression, and trauma. Family members may grieve differently and at their own pace, potentially straining relationships.… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | April 1st, 2025 | 18 Wheelers, Fatal Crash
Hidalgo County Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Attorney J. Gonzalez
When someone is involved in an accident in Hidalgo County, or anywhere in Texas, it is crucial to understand the factors that go into determining fault for personal injury claims. The way fault is determined in Texas impacts who is eligible for full or partial compensation and who is not. How fault is determined Determining… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | March 19th, 2025 | Driving Tips, Fatal Crash, Motorcyclist Accident
Motorcyclist killed in Pharr collision
(PHARR) – The Pharr Police Department is investigating a May 22 crash that killed 26-year-old Jesus Flores. According to a police department news release, the accident happened about 11:45 p.m. at the intersection of North Jackson Road and West Eldora Road at about 11:45 p.m. “The preliminary investigation reveals that the vehicle was traveling northbound… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | March 4th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Fatal Crash, Personal Injury
Hidalgo County Car Crash Lawyer J. Gonzalez
Impact of not wearing seat belts on personal injury cases The impact of not wearing a seat belt in a car accident can be significant in personal injury cases. It affects liability, the severity of injuries, and the overall outcome of a legal claim. When a person sustains injuries while not wearing a seat belt,… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | February 27th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Fatal Crash, Wrongful Death
Harlingen Wrongful Death Attorney
J. Gonzalez Can a one-vehicle crash lead to a wrongful death case? When two vehicles collide and a person dies, the immediate family members of the victim can bring a wrongful death claim against the driver they believe is to blame for the crash. In most cases, it can easily be determined who was at… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | February 27th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Fatal Crash
Cameron County Personal Injury Attorney
J. Gonzalez Determining fault in a crash involving multiple vehicles is complex. Multiple parties may have contributed to the accident through negligence, requiring careful analysis of evidence like police reports, witness statements, and vehicle damage. It requires a careful investigation to determine each party’s percentage of fault, which means you need the best possible legal… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | February 21st, 2025 | Auto Padestrian, Fatal Crash, Pedestrian Accident
Auto-Pedestrian Personal Injury Expert in Pharr
J. Gonzalez Law Firm Auto-pedestrian accidents are among the most devastating accidents in terms of the severity of injuries that can result. People walking or riding a bicycle are simply outmatched in a collision with a vehicle, even a small vehicle. The following are some of the most-common auto-pedestrian accident injuries. Concussions / brain Injuries… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | February 13th, 2025 | Auto Padestrian, Fatal Crash, Hit-And-Run, Legal Representation, Muerte Injusta, Negligence
San Benito Wrongful Death Attorney
What can a family do if someone causes a wrongful death but can’t be found? If someone causes a wrongful death but cannot be found, the victim’s family may still be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. However, their chances of recovering damages are significantly reduced. The reason is due to the difficulty in… Read More