Wrongful Death

We all want our loved ones to live out long, happy lives and to hopefully pass away peacefully. Sadly, all it takes is one medical mistake or a tragic car crash to cause the untimely death of someone we care about. When this happens, it is important to learn more...

Most drag races take place on short stretches of pavement that have been designed for racing. While airport runways may seem nearly identical to drag strips, they do not have the same pavement profile, and in most cases, spectators must stand close to the speeding cars and do not have...

When a family member has died in a fatal accident such as a fatal car accident or fatal workplace accident, it is helpful for their loved ones to be familiar with wrongful death legal protections and what they can do for them. Loved ones who have a family member wrongfully...

People in Austin, Texas have few guarantees in life, but one of those guarantees is unfortunately that they will pass away eventually. No one lives forever, but people have varying time on earth. The hope is that people will live a long life and be able to pass away peacefully...

When a product or service is responsible for the wrongful death of a consumer, the compensation from a wrongful death claim is necessary for the victim’s loved one’s recovery. However, determining who is liable for that compensation can be a severe challenge. In 2014, a teenager died of caffeine overdose after...

A wrongful death lawsuit is a lawsuit that the surviving family members file to seek compensation for the loss of their loved one. If you believe that somebody has died through the negligence of someone else, you have the right as a family member of that deceased person to obtain...

Some Texas families bear the tragic results of a car accident that takes the life of a beloved relative. In the aftermath of such a tragedy, the surviving family members may decide to litigate the negligent party responsible for the accident. In the process of suing for damages, family members...

People tend to assume that products that reach the market have already undergone rigorous safety testing, particularly items designed for infants and small children. Unfortunately, that is often far from the truth. After its introduction in 2011, the Rock ‘n Play inclined sleeper by Fisher-Price became hugely popular with parents...

The ability to sue for wrongful death of an unborn child may seem like a simple concept on the surface, but it is a law in Texas that does not come without its issues. The main issue is that pro-choice advocates want to ensure any wrongful death law will not...

One of the most famous murder cases in the United States is the trial of O.J. Simpson for the murders of Ronald Goldman and Nicole Brown Simpson. A jury found Simpson not guilty of murder, but the families of Goldman and Brown Simpson took him to court in a wrongful...