All 50 states have wrongful death laws.  They all vary but generally provide for the beneficiaries of the decedent to file a lawsuit for a death that was caused by negligence or some other wrongful act.  Failing to diagnose a fatal disease, drunk driving, construction accidents, auto accidents, defective products all may cause a wrongful death claim. 

Some examples of things you may recover for wrongful death include anticipated future earnings, lost benefits, expenses from the death, lost inheritance, pain & suffering in some instances, loss of care or protection or companionship, and punitive damages in some instances. 

If you have a loved one who has died from the negligence or wrongful act of someone, and you live in the Dallas, North Texas area, call us at (972) 599-4100 or contact us online for a FREE consultation.