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Real Advocates for Families in Grief and Confusion After a Loss

Families who have lost a loved one in an accidental drowning, fatal deckhand injury, deadly motor vehicle accident, oil rig fire, refinery explosion or any other wrongful death accident are facing an uphill battle. You may need to take legal action quickly if you hope to obtain anything like fair compensation for your loss in a wrongful death lawsuit or Death on the High Seas Act claim.

In the grief and confusion that comes with the sudden loss of a loved one, it is unreasonable to expect the family to make an informed, dispassionate decision. We understand. That is why the Houston law firm of Stevenson & Murray offers practical legal guidance to families throughout Texas who need knowledgeable and caring support to take the next step toward recovery.

When you contact our offices in Houston for a free consultation with a leading personal injury trial lawyer, there will be no pressure to file a lawsuit. The only thing you will receive is sound legal advice at no cost to you. If you do decide to hire the firm, there will be no legal fees for you to pay until we obtain a financial settlement on your behalf.

Handling Wrongful Death Cases With Sensitivity and Professionalism

Right now, you shouldn't feel obligated to be extremely involved in the investigation and legal proceedings surrounding your loved one's passing. Wrongful death lawsuits are often complex and, frankly, the evidence and legal issues that may be raised can cause even more stress and pain to a family that is already suffering.

You and your family are welcome to be as involved in the process as you wish. Just know that with Stevenson & Murray, you have a team of capable attorneys, independent investigators and industry specialists who are dedicated to making those responsible for your loved one's wrongful death pay.

Your family needs your attention and support. You need answers. We invite you to call us today toll-free at 866.611.3133 to discuss what happened with a leading Texas trial attorney. You may also contact us by e-mail us now for a prompt response to your questions or to schedule a free case evaluation.

Please continue reading for a more detailed discussion of law and legal process involved in wrongful death claims and lawsuits.

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Notable Results

Trial Verdicts - Amount Received by Client

Land Based Drilling Rig Injury - $16.425 million

Case Expenses: $262,886.00
Comp Lien: $600,000.00
Attorney's Fees: $6,424,845.60
Net Recovery: $8,737,268.40 and his minor son recovered $400,000.00

Industrial Accident

Case Expenses: $92,679.95
Attorneys Fees: $3,282,943.48
Net Recovery:  $4,924,376.57

Workplace Injury

In this case, Mr. Stevenson's client recovered significant damages in a confidential settlement as a result of a bombing that occurred in the jungles of Columbia by unknown person(s).Jones Act/Maritime

Jones Act/Maritime

Jack-Up Drilling Rig - $747,500
Case Expenses: $53,735.02
Attorneys Fees: $299,000
Net Recovery: $394,764.98

Death of a Jones Act seaman - Favorable settlement prior to trial

Crane operator on an offshore drilling rig injury - Favorable settlement prior to trial

Deckhand for a dredge company - Favorable settlement prior to trial

Member of the crew of a capsized vessel  - Favorable settlement prior to trial

Deckhand on a tug boat, slip and fall injury - Favorable settlement prior to trial

Assistant driller on offshore jack-up rig, significant hand injury - Favorable settlement prior to trial

Wrongful Termination - $1.165 million

Case Expenses: $110,463.32
Medical lien: $40,000
Attorneys Fees: $466,000
Net Recovery: $548,536.68

18 Wheeler Accident - Favorable settlement prior to trial

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