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We all face challenges of different types during the course of a lifetime. In the grand scheme of things, there perhaps is nothing more difficult than the unexpected death of a family member because of the negligent, reckless, or intentional conduct of someone else. There are circumstances in which a surviving family is in the position to pursue what is known as a Texas wrongful death claim. The Doan Law Firm Amarillo’s wrongful death lawyer team can answer any questions you might have regarding the death of a loved one. You can reach our law office at any time that is convenient for you by calling us at (806) 590-0000.
The Doan Law Firm is a nationwide law practice, with 40 offices located across the United States. We have a half dozen offices in the State of Texas. Our firm headquarters is in Texas. In other words, while we have a nationwide outreach, our heart has been and always will be in Texas.
Because we are a nationwide law firm, we have access to a wide array of resources that can be invaluable in pursuing a wrongful death case. These include highly regarded experts who we call upon in building cases for our clients.
Because we are headquartered in Texas, because we are a truly local firm as well, our Amarillo-based personal injury lawyers are here for you. Our legal team are your neighbors, friends, and colleagues.
Wrongful death is a category of personal injury law. Under the Texas Civil Code Sec. 71.002, a legally wrongful death is a preventable death resulting from careless, reckless, or wrongful action. Common causes of wrongful death include:
If the circumstances of the death were such that the decedent could have filed a personal injury claim if they’d survived their injury, then the decedent’s closest surviving family member may file a wrongful death claim.
Texas law permits specific family members the ability to pursue a wrongful death claim in the Lone Star State. Family members that can pursue a wrongful death claim or wrongful death lawsuit include:
In the event that none of these people exist, the estate of a victim of a Texas wrongful death can pursue a claim. When that course is necessary, compensation obtained or awarded in a wrongful death action goes to heirs of the deceased individual as set forth in a will or according to Texas law, if no will was prepared.
The nature and extent of compensation in an Amarillo wrongful death case is guided by the specific facts and circumstances surrounding the incident that caused fatal injuries. We are prepared to assist with situations ranging from preventable auto accidents to workplace injuries. With that duly noted, the Doan Law Firm Amarillo wrongful death lawyer team typically seeks compensation on the behalf of our clients for losses that include:
It’s natural to be distraught and overwhelmed after a loved one’s death, especially when the death was sudden and could have been prevented with someone else’s reasonable actions. It can be difficult to think clearly and take purposeful actions during the traumatic aftermath of the death, but taking purposeful actions can benefit your family’s future. After the death, take the following steps:
While no legal process brings back a lost loved one, a successful wrongful death claim recovers compensation to prevent the related financial losses your family may suffer and brings a sense of justice and closure.
Proving liability requires evidence that meets the following elements of legal liability:
The decedent’s family in a wrongful death case bears the burden of proving the above elements of liability.
Proving wrongful death can be challenging, requiring substantial evidence of the at-fault party’s negligence, wrongdoing, and financial liability. It also requires pinpointing the appropriate insurance policy with which to file a wrongful death claim. The insurance company will investigate the accident or incident, but its objective is to minimize the amount they have to pay on the claim in order to protect the company’s profits. Meanwhile, when you hire an attorney from The Doan Law Firm, your lawyer does the following:
Most claims end with a settlement from the at-fault party’s insurance company, but a trial-ready attorney from The Doan Law Firm will take your case to court if required for a successful outcome. Only about 4% of personal injury and wrongful death claims go to court.
At The Doan Law Firm, we realize it’s impossible for our caring, committed team to fully understand what you are going through after losing a loved one as the result of the action or inaction of someone else. We can provide you with the legal support and assistance that you need during these most difficult times.
You can connect with our firm any time of the day or night by calling our Amarillo wrongful death lawyer team at (806) 590-0000. We keep our confidential telephone line staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, including all major holidays.
We can schedule a meeting for you at no cost and no obligation with a skilled, experienced Amarillo wrongful death lawyer. A consultation can be scheduled for our offices in Amarillo at:
The Doan Law Firm
112 S.W. 8th Avenue
Suite 301
Amarillo, Texas 79101
If more suitable to your needs, we can meet with you at your home or any other location. A virtual case evaluation with an Amarillo wrongful death lawyer can be arranged as well. Again, there is no cost for an initial consultation and case evaluation with a Doan Law Firm Amarillo wrongful death attorney.
The Doan Law Firm makes a crucial attorney fee guarantee to you. Our firm will never charge an attorney fee in your case unless we win for you. Our legal team is committed to fight for you to obtain the justice, accountability, and compensation you deserve.
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