Wrongful Death

“Wrongful death” is the legal term for a terrible tragedy that means you have lost someone close to you because of another person’s careless, reckless or wrongful act. If you find yourself in this heartbreaking situation, you know that no…

The loss of a loved one in an unexpected accident will turn your life upside-down. In addition to immense grief and pain, your family may also be dealing with financial struggles from the loss of the deceased person’s monetary support….

A wrongful death action is a claim or lawsuit against a party alleging they are liable for damages caused by the loss of a family member. The action claims that the party caused the person’s death, so they are responsible…

If an Austin, TX car accident killed your parents, you may have a wrongful death claim against a liable third party. You will have to identify the appropriate defendant and then either win a lawsuit or negotiate a settlement. Most…

There is much confusion about whether a spouse is legally liable for a deceased spouse’s debt. The confusion stems from Texas being one of nine community property states. Many people assume that because Texas is a community property state, it…

Losing a family member is always overwhelming and heartbreaking. The loss is especially difficult when the death was avoidable. Sadly, families lose loved ones every day because of the negligence and wrongdoing of other parties. If your loved one died…

Losing a loved one in an accident is devastating to the surviving family members. When the loss was caused by someone else’s negligence, that pain is compounded. What if the person who was fatally injured was the breadwinner of your…

If you suffer an injury accident, you can file a claim against the at-fault party. But how do you enforce a claim for someone who died in an accident? Texas (as well as every other state) resolves this situation by…

If you have tragically lost a loved one in Austin due to the negligence of another, you may be able to seek some form of justice and accountability through a wrongful death claim. While it will not bring your loved…

There is rarely an easy way to talk about losing someone you love, especially when an accident or injury resulted in their pain and suffering and, ultimately, their loss of life. When this results from the negligence, recklessness, or carelessness…

No amount of money can compensate for the emotional scars left by the death of a loved one. However, if the death of your loved one could have been avoided, filing a wrongful death claim can help. It can allow…

The sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one is devastating. Along with confusion, stress, and heartache, the burden of financial costs related to a funeral, medical expenses, and lost wages can feel completely overwhelming.  While nothing can ever replace…