Brazoria County Wrongful Death Lawyer
Understanding Wrongful Death in Texas
The death of a loved one is always tragic. When a death is caused by another's negligence or wrongful action, the pain and suffering are magnified. Texas recognizes that surviving family members should not have to bear this additional burden and allows them to bring a personal injury case against the liable party.
In order to pursue a wrongful death claim in Texas, the decedent's family must file a personal injury lawsuit within two years of the date of death. If the decedent died due to a work-related injury or illness, the family has two years from the date of the decedent's disability to file a claim.
In a wrongful death claim, the decedent's family members are allowed to seek compensation for both economic and non-economic damages. These include funeral and burial expenses, lost wages, and the emotional trauma of losing a loved one. Crenshaw & Purvis can help you get the justice you deserve. We understand that no amount of money can replace your loved one, but compensation can help you rebuild your life and honor the memory of your family member.
Call (979) 200-4746 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a free consultation and learn how our Brazoria County wrongful death lawyers can help your family.
Recovering Damages in a Wrongful Death Claim
In a wrongful death claim, the decedent's surviving family members can seek compensation for both economic and non-economic damages. These can include:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- The decedent's lost wages
- Loss of support and services
- Loss of consortium
- Loss of inheritance
- Loss of guidance and support
- Loss of love and companionship
The value of these damages will vary from case to case. We can help you determine the value of your claim by examining all relevant factors.
What Causes Wrongful Deaths?
There are numerous ways a person can die due to the negligence or wrongful action of another person or entity. In a wrongful death claim, the decedent's family members must prove the following three elements:
- The decedent was alive at the time of the incident
- The incident was the direct cause of the decedent's death
- The incident was either intentionally or negligently caused by another party
The most common causes of wrongful deaths include:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Premises liability incidents
- Defective products
- Nursing home abuse or neglect
- Violent crimes
- Workplace accidents
If you have lost a loved one due to another party's negligence or wrongful action, contact our firm to discuss your legal options. We can help you file a claim for compensation and get the justice your family deserves.
Our Firm Can Help You & Your Family Get the Justice You Deserve
At Crenshaw & Purvis, our Brazoria County wrongful death attorneys can help you file a claim for compensation if your loved one passed away due to another party's negligence or wrongful action. We can help you pursue a claim for compensation for funeral and burial expenses, lost wages, emotional trauma, and more. Our goal is to help you get the justice you deserve.
Contact us online or call (979) 200-4746 today.