After the wrongful death lawsuit is finished, who decides how much goes to different family members?
After the wrongful death lawsuit is finished, who decides how much goes to different family members? If your family is considering a wrongful death lawsuit, you may wonder how much is paid to different family members when the lawsuit is settled. Let us help. First, this depends on which family are considered beneficiaries under wrongful […]
If a Jury Finds a Defendant was Grossly Negligent, Can They Award Any Amount They Want?
If a Jury Finds a Wrongful Death Defendant was Grossly Negligent, Can They Award Any Amount They Want? If your family is filing a wrongful death lawsuit, you likely have this question. The answer depends on your case, but juries can indeed increase damages awarded to plaintiffs if gross negligence was found in the defendants’ […]
Can you sue someone personally if they don’t have enough insurance in a wrongful death claim?
Can you sue someone personally if they don’t have enough insurance in a wrongful death claim? Life is valuable. The family and loved ones of the deceased might experience unfathomable sadness and rage when it is gone too soon. They frequently use the legal system to seek compensation for their loss by filing a wrongful […]
How long do you have to file a lawsuit for wrongful death?
How long do you have to file a lawsuit for wrongful death? The law calls the time you have to file a lawsuit the “statute of limitations.” In Texas, that is two years after the cause of action. You typically have two years, beginning on the day of the death of your family member, to […]
If a person has a slow death, can you file for their injury and wrongful death?
If a person has a slow death, can you file for their injury and wrongful death? Yes, you could file both a wrongful death lawsuit and a survival action. Although pursuing these claims won’t bring your loved one back, it can aid your financially and enable you to proceed. In addition to losing your loved […]
Can a divorced spouse file a wrongful death lawsuit for the children of the deceased?
Can a divorced spouse file a wrongful death lawsuit for the children of the deceased? A divorced spouse can file a lawsuit in Texas on behalf of their children. Children are entitled to financial compensation in a wrongful death lawsuit. Although a divorced spouse isn’t entitled to any money from a wrongful death lawsuit for […]
When does the discovery rule begin for wrongful death?
When does the discovery rule begin for wrongful death? Trauma occurs when a loved one passes away. It is impossible to express the pain of losing a loved one. Sometimes the last thing you want to think about is the legal claims you may have after a death in the family. But it is essential […]
Who can file a lawsuit for minor children if their parents were killed in an accident?
Who can file a lawsuit for minor children if their parents were killed in an accident? Children orphaned by the wrongful death of their parents are entitled to financial compensation in a wrongful death lawsuit. After a parent dies, a child may not think about money at all. But pursuing legal action is essential to […]
How much does a wrongful death lawyer charge?
How much does a wrongful death lawyer charge? Most wrongful death lawyers representing people seeking damages do not charge an upfront fee. Instead, they operate on a contingency fee basis, so there is no cost to their clients unless and until they win a financial settlement. The amount of a wrongful death lawyer’s fee will […]
If We Decide to File a Wrongful Death Claim, Does One Sibling Become the Lead Beneficiary in the Lawsuit?
If We Decide to File a Wrongful Death Claim, Does One Sibling Become the Lead Beneficiary in the Lawsuit? A family that’s considering filing a wrongful death lawsuit may want to know which family members can file the suit and can benefit from any damages awarded. Whether you are a beneficiary for a wrongful death […]
Can You Pursue a Wrongful Death Claim for an Oil and Gas Accident in Houston?
Can You Pursue a Wrongful Death Claim for an Oil and Gas Accident in Houston? Because of the nature of the work they do, people in the oil and gas industries are always at risk of getting injured. Unfortunately, because of the types of injuries they sustain, many of these victims don’t survive their oil […]
My Dad was Robbed and Shot in a Big Box Store Parking Lot. Can the Store be Sued?
Can the Stores be Sued for Wrongful Death? If one of your family members was attacked and killed in a parking lot outside a so-called big-box store (a large, boxy retail store that’s often part of a chain), you may be able to sue the store or chain for wrongful death and claim payments for […]