What Damages Are Available after an Accidental Death? Who May Recover Damages? How Are They Calculated? When a loved one has died because of the wrongful act of another person, it’s simply impossible to go back to the way things were. Nothing can … [Read more...]
Wrongful Death in Texas
What Is It? Who Can File a Claim? What Damages Can Be Recovered? There's a famous quote from the English author, John Donne, that says "Any man's death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind." There's much truth in that…we are all affected … [Read more...]
WHO MAY BRING A CLAIM WHEN SOMEONE IS KILLED?
When someone is killed and it was the fault of another person or company Texas law allows certain family members to file suit for wrongful death. These family members include the decedent's spouse, children, and parents. No one else may bring a … [Read more...]
Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents – Who Can Sue in Texas?
Can You Bring a Wrongful Death Claim After the Loss of a Loved One? When a loved one dies in a car crash or truck accident, your life changes forever. There's nothing you can do to bring them back, but that doesn't mean you don't have real, tangible … [Read more...]
What to Do When Your Loved One Dies in a Commercial Truck Accident
Protecting Your Rights After a Fatal 18-Wheeler Wreck When a loved one dies in a truck accident, the grief and shock can paralyze you emotionally and mentally. It's imperative that you take certain steps to protect your legal interests, so that you … [Read more...]
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Texas?
Who Has the Right to Seek Compensation After an Accidental Death? When someone dies because of the careless or negligent conduct of another person, the potential losses can be immense. The deceased person may have been the primary provider for a … [Read more...]
Beaumont Man Files Premises Liability Wrongful Death Claim
Andrew Teel, a Beaumont resident, has filed a wrongful death action against Sienna Apartment Homes, as well as its parent company and property manager, alleging premises liability and gross negligence in the death of his wife and newborn daughter in … [Read more...]
