Wrongful Death Lawyer in Texas

Losing a loved one, especially when it’s the result of a preventable accident or illness caused by another person’s action or inaction, is an experience none of us want to endure. All emotions aside, however, wrongful death cases can take a financial toll. On behalf of the estate (typically), survivors (usually family members) can often file a wrongful death lawsuit in Texas. Though these claims are never what a person wants to do, they are often necessary and practical for the mere financial part of it.

At The Law Office of Orlando Zambrano, our wrongful death attorney in Texas understands what you are going through and will persevere to obtain the best possible legal outcome. Contact us today at 832-422-9399 to schedule a FREE CONSULTATION. In the meantime, here’s an overview of what a wrongful death claim in Texas may involve.

18-Wheeler Crash

Slip and Fall

On The Job Injury

Dog Bite

Wrongful Death

Catastrophic Injuries

Bicycle Accidents

Boating Accidents

Dram Shop Injury

WHO CAN FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM IN TEXAS?

Wrongful death lawsuits are usually brought by a representative of the decedent's estate (often the executor) on behalf of or with survivors who suffered financially as a result of the death, referred to as the “real parties in interest”. The definition of a real party in interest depends on the jurisdiction. In most states, they are the immediate family members of the decedent, including:

Many states also recognize life partners who were financially dependent on the decedent. Relationships beyond immediate family members or life partners may not be eligible to file a wrongful death suit, depending on the relevant law. For example, only some states recognize extended family members like grandparents and siblings. Some states also recognize parents of a deceased fetus as real parties in interest.