Wrongful Death Attorney in San Antonio
When a loved one dies unexpectedly, the close family is left in a state of grief and despair. When that death was the result of the negligent actions of another person and was entirely preventable, justice must be pursued.
Most wrongful deaths are the result of negligent conduct. Negligence means that at-fault parties failed to use reasonable care when they had a duty to do so, and that failure resulted in the injury or death of another individual.
A wrongful death lawsuit is functionally similar to a personal injury claim. The difference is that the victim does not survive his or her injuries. The claimant in a lawsuit must prove the negligent party caused the death in question through some action, either an act of negligence or an intentional tort such as an act of violence.
Common forms of wrongful death include:
- Defective or dangerous medical devices
- Birth injuries
- Hospital Injuries
- Construction accidents
- Train accidents
- Nursing home accidents
- Car, truck, motorcycle, and bus accidents
- Drowning accidents
- Slip and falls
- And others
According to Texas Law, wrongful death is caused by the wrongful act, unskillfulness, carelessness, neglect, or default of another person or corporation. By law, if you are a surviving spouse, child, or parent of the descendent, you can file a wrongful death claim.
The compensation amount varies and depends on whether the claimant is a surviving spouse, parent, or child. Claims can be filed as a single action, or the family members can group to file a claim.
Examples of losses:
- Medical expenses
- Lost earning capacity
- Lost care and counsel
- Lost inheritance
- Lost love or companionship
- Emotional and Mental anguish
- Lost guidance, advice, and support
- Pain and suffering
- Funeral expenses
- Burial expenses
While no amount of money can replace the loss of a loved one, a wrongful death lawsuit can help provide financial stability to a family in crisis.
Contacting a San Antonio Wrongful Death Attorney
We understand that losing a loved one can cause emotional trauma, plus dealing with financial hardships isn’t easy. Don’t handle legal matters on your own. Let us help navigate you through the process and help you get the compensation you deserve.
If you’ve lost a loved one to a fatal accident and don’t know what legal steps to take, call (726) 227-4766 or fill in your information on our contact form online to schedule a free case evaluation.
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