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Las Cruces, NM · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Las Cruces

A wrongful death claim lets certain family members recover damages when someone dies because of another person's negligence. Who can file, and for what, is set by each state's law.
Updated September 25, 202619 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top Las Cruces wrongful death lawyers

This is the overall personal injury ranking for Las Cruces. Confirm a firm handles wrongful death cases before you hire.

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    Kane Personal Injury

    4.9112 Google reviews· Las Cruces

    Google Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    1.0
    Score
    92.2/100
    Call (575) 526-5263Google Maps
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    Zinda Law Group

    4.9114 Google reviews· Las Cruces

    Google Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    4.0
    Score
    84.7/100
    Call (575) 500-3570Google Maps
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    Kenneth G. Egan Law Office

    4.9128 Google reviews· Las Cruces

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #7 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    4.5
    Score
    83.7/100
    Call (575) 523-2222Google Maps
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    Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C.

    4.8132 Google reviews· Las Cruces

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    3.5
    Score
    83.4/100
    Call (575) 215-1673Google Maps
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    Ruhmann Law Firm - The Peoples Las Cruces Injury Lawyer

    4.773 Google reviews· Las Cruces

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    3.0
    Score
    82.4/100
    Call (575) 526-4529Google Maps
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    Farah Law Injury and Accident Attorneys

    4.866 Google reviews· Las Cruces

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    5.5
    Score
    78.2/100
    Call (575) 915-1325Google Maps
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    Drivers Law Car Accident Attorneys

    4.934 Google reviews· Las Cruces

    Google Maps position: #9 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.5
    Score
    74.3/100
    Call (505) 257-2546Google Maps
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    Bieganowski Law Group

    5.027 Google reviews· Las Cruces

    Google Maps position: #8 for "personal injury attorney", #10 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    9.0
    Score
    71.4/100
    Call (575) 319-0358Google Maps
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    Lovett & Murray Personal Injury Law Firm - Las Cruces

    4.354 Google reviews· Las Cruces

    Google Maps position: #16 for "personal injury attorney", #13 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    14.5
    Score
    46.9/100
    Call (575) 523-5555Google Maps
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    The Law Firm of David C Chavez, LLC

    4.9317 Google reviews· Los Lunas

    Google Maps position: not in top 20 for "personal injury attorney", #20 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    20.5
    Score
    44.8/100
    Call (505) 865-9696Google Maps

Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank

Know this

What makes wrongful death cases different

  • 1

    Only certain relatives or the estate's representative can file, depending on state law.

  • 2

    Filing deadlines for wrongful death can differ from ordinary injury deadlines.

  • 3

    Damages can include lost financial support, funeral costs and loss of companionship.

Checklist

Evidence to save now

  • Death certificate
  • Police, accident or incident reports
  • Medical records from the final injury or illness
  • Proof of income and financial support
  • Funeral and burial bills

Before you sign

Questions to ask a lawyer

  1. 1.Who in our family has the right to file in this state?
  2. 2.How do you handle a wrongful death claim alongside the estate?
  3. 3.What is your contingency fee and how are costs handled?
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New Mexico

Rules that affect your claim

Filing deadline

3 years

For most injury claims (N.M. Stat. § 37-1-8).

Fault rule

Pure comparative fault

You can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (Scott v. Rizzo (1981))

Car insurance

At-fault (tort) state

The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

Pending attorney review. General information, not legal advice. Deadlines can be shorter for claims against government agencies and for some case types.

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FAQ

Common questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in New Mexico?

In most cases, 3 years from the date of the injury (N.M. Stat. § 37-1-8). Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.

What if I was partly at fault for my injury in New Mexico?

You can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (Scott v. Rizzo (1981))

Is New Mexico a no-fault car insurance state?

New Mexico is an at-fault (tort) state. The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

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