A wrongful death lawsuit is a claim surviving family members can bring against a person or entity whose negligence led to the death of the family’s loved one.
Each state has its own definition of what constitutes wrongful death. In Texas, the law says a wrongful death is one caused by the “wrongful act, neglect, carelessness, unskillfulness, or default” of another person. In most cases you must file a wrongful death claim within two years of the death of a loved one, but there are some exceptions that may allow you to file beyond this time frame.
The Houston wrongful death lawyers at Johnson Garcia LLP will help you determine if your situation meets the requirements to pursue a wrongful death claim in Texas. We’ve earned a reputation as one of the most trusted wrongful death law firms in the state of Texas.