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There is nothing more difficult than losing a loved one unexpectedly. Knowing that your loved one’s death could have and should have been prevented can make the healing process even harder. While no amount of financial recovery can ever make up for your loss, pursuing a wrongful death action against the liable party can bring you a sense of justice and ease the unanticipated financial burdens associated with the loss of a family member.
Hiring a skilled wrongful death lawyer can help you get the justice and financial compensation your family deserves.
If your loved one has passed away as a result of someone else’s negligent or wrongful actions, The Osiris A. Gonzalez Law Firm can help. Our lawyers understand what you’re going through. We’re here to guide you through the legal process and handle every aspect of your claim so that you can focus on healing and spending time with your loved ones.
Contact us today for a free consultation. Call The Osiris A. Gonzalez Law Firm at 956-855-5555 to get started.
Under Texas law, a wrongful death occurs when a person’s death is caused by another party’s wrongful act, negligence, carelessness, unskillfulness, or default. In simple terms, if a person, company, or other responsible party could have prevented the fatal incident by acting safely and reasonably, the death may qualify as a wrongful death claim.
A wrongful death claim is designed to help families seek accountability and recover damages for the financial and emotional impact of losing a loved one. While no amount of compensation can undo the loss, this claim can help provide justice and financial stability during an incredibly difficult time.
At The Osiris A. Gonzalez Law Firm, we help families after the loss of a loved one due to wrongful death. Our attorneys handle wrongful death claims involving:
These are among the most common wrongful death case types in Texas, and they often involve negligence, unsafe conditions, or failure to follow safety rules.
Multiple parties may be legally responsible depending on how the death occurred. For example, in a fatal car crash, the at-fault driver may be liable, but a trucking company, vehicle owner, maintenance provider, or other business may also share responsibility if negligence contributed to the collision.
In other cases, responsibility may fall on a doctor, hospital, property owner, employer, manufacturer, or contractor. The key question is whether the person or company acted negligently, carelessly, or wrongfully in a way that caused your loved one’s death. That is why a full investigation is so important before a claim is filed.
The Osiris A. Gonzalez Law Firm can help identify every responsible party and pursue the compensation your family may be entitled to recover. Call 956-855-5555 to speak with our team about your case.
A person who prevails on a wrongful death claim may be able to recover what are known as actual damages and exemplary damages.
Actual damages include:
Exemplary damages are recoverable on a wrongful death claim when the person’s death is caused by the defendant’s willful act or omission or gross negligence.
Our wrongful death attorneys take a detailed and strategic approach to every claim. We investigate the accident, preserve key evidence, interview witnesses, review records, and work with qualified experts when needed to prove fault and damages.
We also look at every potential source of recovery, especially in cases involving commercial vehicles, unsafe worksites, medical negligence, or other high-stakes incidents. The goal is to build a case that reflects the full impact of the loss on your family and pursues the accountability you deserve.
If your family has lost a loved one due to negligence, The Osiris A. Gonzalez Law Firm is ready to help. Contact us at 956-855-5555 today for a free consultation and compassionate guidance from a team that treats clients like family.
In Texas, the surviving spouse, children, and parents of the deceased person are generally the people who can bring a wrongful death claim. If those family members do not file within the time allowed by law, the estate’s personal representative may be able to file under certain circumstances. The exact procedural rules can affect who files and how the claim is brought, so it is important to get legal guidance early.
Texas wrongful death damages may include loss of financial support, loss of companionship, mental anguish, and loss of inheritance. In some cases, a jury may also award exemplary damages if the defendant acted with gross negligence or intent. A lawyer can help identify both the family’s damages and any survival claim damages that may belong to the estate.
In many Texas wrongful death cases, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of death. Missing that deadline can seriously limit or defeat the claim. Because evidence can disappear quickly, families should speak with counsel as soon as possible.
Commercial vehicle crashes can create very serious wrongful death claims because companies, drivers, insurers, and maintenance providers may all be involved. These cases often require fast action to preserve logbooks, electronic data, inspection records, and witness statements. That is one reason families often seek counsel right away after a fatal truck or company-vehicle collision.
Not always. Some cases resolve through negotiation or mediation before trial. Others require filing suit and preparing for litigation to obtain a fair result. The right path depends on the strength of the evidence and the response from the at-fault party and insurer.
