McAllen Wrongful Death Attorney

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If your loved one has passed away due to the negligence of another person, you may have grounds for a wrongful death claim. Losing a loved one is never easy, let alone when you have reason to believe that it could have been avoided. At The Law Office of Carlos A. García, PLLC, our team understands how difficult this time can be for you and your family. We make every effort to ensure that your needs are well taken care of. Our McAllen wrongful death attorney strives to hold negligent parties accountable for your loved one’s death.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?

In Texas, only certain individuals can file a wrongful death claim. This includes parents, children, and the spouse. These individuals have two years to file a claim. Our legal team can help file a wrongful death claim, answering any questions that you may have along the way.

Compensation can help in the following ways:

• Recover lost wages, such as earning capacity and inheritance
• Compensate loss of valued services, such as childcare and household tasks
• Compensate surviving family members for mental anguish
• Cost of pre-death medical treatment and funeral expenses

Types of Wrongful Deaths Accidents

There are many different types of accidents that can lead to a wrongful death lawsuit in McAllen. Some of the most common include:

• car accidents
• commercial truck accidents
• motorcycle crashes
• oilfield accidents
• workplace accidents
• construction accidents
• defective products

The Statute of Limitations in Texas

The spouse, parents, and children of the deceased have three months to file a claim before the executor of the estate is able to file. As mentioned before, the family is still able to file a claim within two years of the time of death. However, once two years have passed, the opportunity to file a claim is lost forever.