Here at the Anderson Law Firm in Fort Worth, we understand the emotional turmoil experienced after the loss of a loved one. Grieving is never an easy time, especially if the death was the result of a car wreck or some other unexpected accident. It's important that you understand your legal right to make a wrongful death claim. Consulting with a personal injury attorney will allow you to an informed decision. We will take all the stress and hard work off you so that you don't have to deal with the insurance company alone. For many bereaved families, successfully closing a wrongful death claim allows you to feel that justice has been achieved which can be an important part of the mourning process.
Who can make a wrongful death claim? In the State of Texas a wrongful death claim can be pursued by the deceased person's spouse, children and/or parents. The estate of the accident victim (as determined by the will or by state intestacy law) can also bring an action to recover for the pain and suffering experienced by the person prior to his or her death.
What does a wrongful death claim entail? A wrongful death claim can be pursued in any situation where one person's death is caused by the negligence of another person or legal entity (such as a business or corporation). Some of the most common wrongful death claims in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex are car, motorcycle and truck collisions, but a wrongful death claim can also be made in situations involving dangerous drugs or other defective/unsafe products, workplace injuries, accidental gun shots, dangerous property conditions, and accidents involving other vehicles such as boats or ATVs.
The law states that "A person is liable for damages arising from an injury that causes an individual's death if the injury was caused by the person/agents or servant's wrongful act, neglect, carelessness, unskillfulness or default." The monetary compensation that can be sought in a wrongful death claim are any costs which arise as a result of the person's injuries and death. This might include any medical treatment the deceased received prior to their passing, any loss of income the person contributed to surviving members of their household, any pain and suffering they endured in the period between the accident taking place and when they passed away, as well as funeral costs.
What a board certified wrongful death lawyer can do for you Mark Anderson has been helping bereaved families across North Texas since 1991. He understands what a difficult and emotional time it can be after you lose a loved one. Making a wrongful death claim on behalf of your relative can be a necessity if their health insurance provider is refusing to pay for treatment caused by someone else's negligence, but you shouldn't have to worry about it alone. If you hire the Anderson Law Firm to pursue your case we will handle your claim with the utmost respect and sensitivity so that you can receive the compensation and the justice you are entitled to, as well as the closure that you deserve.
Give us a call toll free at 800-354-MARK (6275) and we can schedule a consultation to discuss your personal situation. Alternatively, you may call us locally at 817-294-1900 in Fort Worth or 214-237-8000 in Dallas. If you would prefer, you may contact us online and someone from our office will get back in touch as soon as possible.
Mark Anderson has been practicing personal injury law since 1991 and is recognised as one of the best attorneys in his field.
Mark is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization – a distinction held by fewer than 2% of Texas lawyers. He was selected as a life member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum as recognition for his success in recovering compensation for his clients. He has been honored with the prestigious AV Rating by the Martindale Hubbard System and has been rated 10/10 (the highest level possible) by the AVVO Rating System which ranks attorneys based on experience, conduct and industry recognition. Mark was selected as a Top Personal Injury Attorney by Fort Worth Magazine in 2009 and 2010.
For more information about Mark, see his biography.
