Wrongful Death
What is Wrongful Death?
Wrongful death claims are legal actions brought by, usually, close family members if a relative's death was caused by another person's accidental or intentional act. According to Texas laws, a wrongful death occurs when:
An injury causes a person's death or a fetus's failure to be born alive
The injury is the result of another person's or company's “wrongful act, neglect carelessness, unskillfulness or default”
The injured person would have been entitled to file a personal injury lawsuit had they lived or been born alive
Notably, wrongful death claims are a form of justice for surviving family members. A wrongful death lawsuit allows survivors to pursue legal action on their loved one's behalf.
When you've lost a loved one, dealing with the grief can feel insurmountable. You may not even consider the possibility of justice for your loved one in the immediate aftermath of your loss. However, as you move through the stages of grief, you may begin to realize that negligence, neglect or the wrongful act of another person or company led to the death of your loved one. We will carefully and compassionately communicate with you about your rights. We will discuss your family's legal options and help you choose a path forward.
