McAllen Wrongful Death Attorney J. Gonzalez
by Benjamin Treviño | April 10th, 2025 | Community, Fatal Crash, News
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.
The need to live without a loved one can be a lifelong struggle.
Financial Strain:
Families may face significant financial burdens, including medical expenses, funeral costs, and lost wages.
If the deceased was a primary breadwinner, the loss of income can create a financial void.
Wrongful death settlements can help provide a safety net, but financial recovery can be a long process.
Legal and Procedural Challenges:
Families may need to navigate complex legal processes to pursue a wrongful death claim.
Understanding state-specific laws and procedures is crucial.
Proving negligence or wrongful acts can be a complex process.
Long-Term Impact:
The impact of a wrongful death extends far beyond the immediate aftermath, affecting family dynamics, relationships, and well-being for years to come.
Milestones, anniversaries, and moments of remembrance can trigger renewed grief.
Families may struggle to find ways to honor the memory of their loved one and keep their legacy alive.
Contact J. Gonzalez
The J. Gonzalez Law Firm is intimately knowledgeable about the stresses a family can endure when a loved is wrongfully killed.
We have successfully represented dozens of families in this situation, handling their legal affairs so they can focus on one another’s needs. We can do the same for you.
If you have questions about a wrongful death in your family, contact us via this website or by calling 1-800-CAR-CRASH.
Border Patrol agent dies in fatal McAllen crash
By: Benjamin Treviño
MCALLEN – The McAllen Police Department is investigating an April 8 crash that killed a 40-year-old off-duty Border Patrol agent.
Police say the crash happened in the 3200 block of South Ware Road at about 1:57 p.m. The accident involved a GMC pickup and a Chevrolet Tahoe.
One vehicle rolled as a result of the crash, but the McAllen Police Department did not indicate in its news release which vehicle rolled.
Police Chief Victor Rodriguez, however, said the agent was driving his personal vehicle.
The release stated that the occupants of the GMC pickup were transported for medical treatment for non life-threatening injuries while the driver of the Chevrolet was taken to a medical facility with serious injuries.
The driver died at the unnamed medical facility, according to police.
The McAllen Police Department didn’t immediately identify the individual who died.
“The crash investigation remains ongoing,” the release stated.
Hidalgo County Sheriff J.E. “Eddie” Guerra stated via X, formerly Twitter, the agent’s identity was Alejandro De Luna of the McAllen Border Patrol station, and that the crash occurred as he was on his way to start his shift.
No information on how the crash happened was provided.
Source: https://myrgv.com/alerts-mcm/2025/04/08/border-patrol-agent-dies-in-fatal-mcallen-crash/
