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Wrongful death lawyer in Harlingen

Losing someone to another person's negligence is a pain no one should carry alone. As personal injury lawyers, we cannot undo it, but we can fight for the justice and stability your family deserves.

The context in the Valley
8,233
crashes in Cameron County in 2024 (TxDOT). Behind every number is a family that deserves answers and justice.
Local context: In Harlingen, where I-2 and I-69E cross and the Valley International Airport operates, much of the traffic in northern Cameron County converges.
The first thing you should know

When someone dies from another's negligence, Texas law gives the family the right to seek compensation. Texas recognizes two separate claims: wrongful death (belonging to the family) and the survival action (for what the victim suffered before dying).

Two separate claims in Texas

Texas law recognizes two separate claims when someone dies from negligence. The wrongful death claim belongs to the family, for their loss: the support, companionship, and guidance they will no longer have.

The survival action is a separate claim, for the pain, suffering, and medical expenses the victim experienced between the accident and their death. Handling both correctly changes the outcome significantly.

Who has the right to file

In Texas, the law defines who may file a wrongful death claim:

  • The spouse of the deceased.
  • The children (including adult children).
  • The parents of the deceased.
  • If no family member files within a certain period, the estate representative may do so.

What can be claimed

No amount replaces a life. But compensation can bring the family stability and hold the responsible party accountable:

  • Medical and funeral expenses.
  • The loss of income and financial support.
  • The loss of companionship, love, and guidance.
  • In the survival action: the victim's own pain and suffering.

Why time matters

Wrongful death cases have legal deadlines, and some can be shorter than the family expects, especially if a government entity is involved. On top of that, evidence is lost over time.

We understand this is a devastating moment. That is why we carry it for you, at your pace, without pressure, so your family can focus on grieving.

How Carreras Law Firm stands with you

We handle these cases with the seriousness and respect they deserve. We investigate what happened, identify those responsible, and carry the entire legal side so your family does not face insurers in the middle of grief.

We handle your case in Spanish and charge nothing unless we win. The consultation is free and with no obligation.

You are not alone in this
If you are reading this for someone you lost, we are truly sorry. A first call commits you to nothing.
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This page is general information, not legal advice for your specific case. Every situation is different. Contact us for a review of your case.