Losing someone to another person's negligence is a pain no one should carry alone. We cannot undo it, but we can fight for the justice and stability your family deserves.
When someone dies from another person's or company'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).
Texas law recognizes two separate claims when someone dies from negligence, and understanding the difference matters a great deal. The wrongful death claim belongs to the family, for their own loss: the financial support, companionship, and guidance they will no longer have.
The survival action is a separate claim, on behalf of the deceased's estate, for the pain, suffering, and medical expenses the victim themselves experienced between the accident and their death. Handling both correctly can significantly change the outcome for the family.
In Texas, the law defines who may file a wrongful death claim:
No amount replaces a life. But compensation can bring the family stability and hold the responsible party accountable:
Wrongful death cases have legal deadlines to file, and some can be shorter than the family expects, especially if a government entity is involved. On top of that, evidence (reports, cameras, records) is lost over time.
We understand this is a devastating moment and that legal matters are the last thing you want to think about. That is why we carry it for you, at your pace, without pressure, so your family can focus on grieving.
We handle these cases with the seriousness and respect they deserve. We investigate what happened, identify everyone responsible, and carry the entire legal side so your family does not have to face insurers in the middle of grief.
We handle your case in Spanish, you speak directly with our team, and we charge nothing unless we win. The consultation is free and with no obligation.
This page is provided by Carreras Law Firm, PLLC for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not legal advice and is not a substitute for advice from a licensed attorney about your specific situation. Every case is different, and the law changes over time. Reading this page, or contacting our firm through this website, does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send confidential information until an attorney-client relationship has been established in writing. Nothing on this page guarantees any particular result. If you have been injured in Texas, contact Carreras Law Firm, PLLC for a free consultation with an attorney. Attorney Markin Carreras is licensed to practice law in Texas. Principal office in Houston, Texas.
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