The death of a loved one can be tragic no matter what the circumstances, but when it is the result of someone else’s negligence or wrongful act, it can be unbearable. You deserve compensation if someone causes the death of your loved one. You need a passionate, aggressive attorney who will represent you and your family’s interests during this difficult time.
At the Karam Law Office, our experienced Sugar Land Wrongful Death Lawyers will help you get the justice against a liable party. We are fierce advocates for our clients, fighting hard to get the largest recovery available under Texas law. If your loved one was killed as the result of someone else’s conduct, contact our offices today for a free consultation.
WHO CAN BRING A SUGAR LAND WRONGFUL DEATH LAWSUIT?
Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Sec 71.004, a “surviving spouse, children and parents of the deceased may bring the action or one or more of those individuals may bring the action for the benefit of all.”
Additionally, if a cause of action is not brought within three months of a person’s death by the surviving spouse, children or parents of the deceased then an “executor or administrator of the decedent’s estate shall bring and prosecute the action unless requested not to by all those individuals.”
WHAT IS CONSIDERED A WRONGFUL DEATH IN TEXAS?
Texas defines wrongful death under Chapter 71 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code. According to Section 71.002, a person may bring a cause of action for wrongful death if the death is caused through the “wrongful act, neglect, carelessness, unskillfulness, or default” of another.
DAMAGES IN A SUGAR LAND WRONGFUL DEATH LAWSUIT
Texas allows for a person to recover economic and noneconomic damages in a cause of action for wrongful death. Under certain conditions, Texas law allows a family member to recover exemplary damages.
Exemplary damages are codified into law under Chapter 41 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code and are awarded as a penalty or by way of punishment, including punitive damages.
According to section 71.009 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code, “when the death is caused by the willful act or omission or gross negligence of the defendant exemplary as well as actual damages may be recovered.”
It is important to note that you only have a limited amount of time to seek damages. According to Sec. 16.003, a person has two years to bring a cause of action for wrongful death. While there are some limited exceptions, it is essential to consult a leading wrongful death attorney as soon as possible after the death of a loved one.
FINDING THE RIGHT SUGAR LAND WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEY
If your loved one was killed as the result of someone’s negligence or wrongful act, you deserve compensation. At the Karam Law Office, we will fight to get you the recovery you need. We know that no amount of money can bring back your family member, but we can help hold the people accountable for their wrongdoing. We are a results-driven law firm dedicated to getting justice for those injured or killed by the wrongful actions of others. Contact our office today for a free consultation.
