Wrongful Death

Righting the Wrongs of Loss

When a wrongful death in Texas occurs, the deceased’s family may be entitled to compensation for their loss, and if the deceased suffered before death, the estate representative may be able to recover damages for pain and suffering. The death of a person as a result of the wrongful act, neglect, carelessness, unskillfulness or default, of another person may result in a cause of action for wrongful death.

Examples of wrongful death actions include assault and battery, car accidents, drunk driving, manslaughter, murder, and negligence. A wrongful death claim may still be available—even if a criminal action was not filed.

The following people may file a wrongful death claim in Texas depending on the circumstances of the case:

A surviving spouse.
A surviving child, whether an adult or minor or legally adopted.
Surviving parent(s).
Personal representative of the Estate of the deceased.

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Wrongful death actions have different types of damages, which may include:

The deceased’s medical expenses.
Funeral and burial expenses.
Compensation for the deceased’s pain and suffering.
The deceased’s lost wages.
Lost earning capacity.
Lost support and care.
Emotional pain and suffering.
Loss of comfort and companionship.
Exemplary damages (when the wrongful act was a willful act or omission or a result of gross negligence).

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If you have recently lost someone you loved as a result of someone else’s act or omission, you are likely facing grief, and wondering what your future looks like without them. If you have questions about wrongful death claims or survival actions in Texas, Barr Law may help understand your options.

Wrongful Death

Righting the Wrongs of Loss

The following people may file a wrongful death claim in Texas depending on the circumstances of the case:

A surviving spouse.

A surviving child, whether an adult or minor or legally adopted.

Surviving parent(s).

Personal representative of the Estate of the deceased.

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Contact Us:

Wrongful death actions have different types of damages, which may include:

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