Wrongful Death
A wrongful death is any fatality that occurs as a result of third-party negligence. Wrongful deaths occur suddenly, and often cause much emotional trauma for a decedent’s family. It would be nice to believe that wrongful deaths do not occur often. However, many people are killed wrongfully each year. This can happen as a result of the negligence of a third-party to an auto accident, drunk driving accident (DWI), trucking accident, or slip and fall accident. Deaths of this nature are tragic because, in most cases, it is preventable.
Wrongful death is an area of law that was established to protect families who have lost loved ones due to the negligence of a third-party. According to Texas law, families of wrongful death victims may recover monetary compensation for things such aspecuniary losses, mental anguish, loss of companionship and society, and loss of inheritance. This compensation allows families to move forward without having to worry about their economic stability.
Dallas Fort Worth Wrongful Death Claim
When a family wrongfully loses a loved one, they are allowed to file a wrongful death claim against a negligent party. A wrongful death claim can be filed by any family member, such as the decedent’s spouse, children, parents, or other close relatives. Before a family member can file the claim, it must be proven that:
- death was caused by the defendant, or third-party;
- the defendant’s actions were negligent and/or reckless, and led to the decedent’s death;
- they are the surviving spouse, child, or beneficiary of the decedent; and
- the decedent’s death caused the family to incur monetary and emotional damages.
If a family can prove each of these factors, they may proceed with a wrongful death claim, and should seek immediate counsel from a trusted and experienced attorney.
The Law Offices of Roger E. Bishara handles wrongful death cases for families throughout the State of Texas. Our dedicated staff is experienced and resourceful, and we strive to console and protect the best interests of our clients. We understand the importance of building a reliable, trustworthy relationship with each of our clients when they are faced with tragedy.
If you, or someone you know, have lost a loved one as a result of wrongful death, contact our firm today.
The Law Offices of Roger E. Bishara is proud to represent clients throughout the State of Texas, including the cities of Arlington, Dallas, Denton, and Fort Worth.
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