WRONGFUL DEATH LAWYER AUSTIN TX
The sudden loss of a family member due to someone else's negligence is devastating. Texas Wrongful Death Act (Civil Practice & Remedies Code § 71.001) gives surviving spouses, children, and parents the right to recover full compensation from those responsible. Our Austin wrongful death attorneys handle these cases with compassion and aggressive legal advocacy — holding all responsible parties fully accountable.
Compensation Available
Lost financial supportThe income the deceased would have earned over their expected working life
Loss of companionshipThe love, comfort, and society the deceased provided to spouse and children
Mental anguishGrief and emotional suffering caused to surviving family members
Medical expensesMedical bills incurred in treating the deceased before death
Funeral costsReasonable funeral, burial, and related expenses
Punitive damagesAvailable in cases involving gross negligence, drunk driving, or reckless disregard for life
Key Facts & Information
1
Car & Truck Accidents
I-35, MoPac, and US-183 fatal crashes — the most common source of wrongful death claims in Travis County.
2
Medical Malpractice
Surgical errors, misdiagnosis, and hospital negligence resulting in death at Austin medical facilities.
3
Workplace Accidents
Construction site falls, equipment failures, and industrial accidents causing worker fatalities.
4
Nursing Home Neglect
Preventable deaths at Austin-area nursing facilities from abuse, neglect, and inadequate care.
5
Defective Products
Dangerous vehicles, consumer products, and industrial equipment causing fatal injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Texas?▾
Under the Texas Wrongful Death Act, only the surviving spouse, children, and parents can file. If none file within 3 months of death, the estate's executor may bring the claim.
What is the statute of limitations for wrongful death in Texas?▾
2 years from the date of death. If the defendant is a government entity, a formal notice of claim may be required within 6 months.
What is the difference between wrongful death and a survival action?▾
A wrongful death claim compensates surviving family for their own losses. A survival action is filed by the estate for damages the deceased suffered before death. Both can be filed simultaneously.
How is wrongful death compensation calculated?▾
Courts consider the deceased's age, life expectancy, earnings, and the survivors' dependence on them. Forensic economists calculate lost future earnings.