Fort Worth Wrongful Death Attorneys

Wrongful death attorneys help the surviving family members of the deceased get justice. If you've lost a loved one, the Fort Worth wrongful death lawyers at Grossman Law Offices want to help. Call 24/7 for advice: 855-326-0000

You may be experiencing grief and anger over your loved one’s death while dealing with the financial complications of medical bills and lost income. You need someone on your side to evaluate your legal options and help you in this difficult time.

At Grossman Law Offices, we have been helping families who have experienced wrongful death and personal injury for 30 years. If you need knowledgeable, compassionate attorneys who will fight for the money you deserve, you should contact our law office.

Here are a few things you should know about our wrongful death attorneys:

• We have helped thousands of clients who have been harmed by others;
• We have been in practice for over 30 years;
• Our awards include ratings by Super Lawyers and Top Attorneys of Texas;
• We want to get to know each client personally so we can advocate for their needs;
• We fight for your maximum compensation; and
• We do this work to help our clients and to prevent others from suffering harm.

If you think you may have a wrongful death claim, contact our attorneys for a free consultation. We’ll review your case and share our legal opinions with you without pressuring you to hire us.

Not All Fort Worth Lawyers Are Equipped to Handle Wrongful Death Claims

Wrongful death claims are complicated, requiring skilled investigation and litigation. While you can represent yourself or hire an inexperienced Fort Worth wrongful death attorney, we don’t recommend it. 

It’s critical to hire an attorney who is experienced at litigating wrongful death cases. While you probably want a skilled negotiator who can resolve your claim through a settlement, sometimes it’s best to go to trial. Therefore, you should hire a Fort Worth, Texas wrongful death attorney with trial experience who won’t back down in the face of insurance company pressure.

Lawyers usually handle wrongful death claims on contingency, meaning that the attorney finances the entire case and gets paid only if you win. This is a great system for clients. It means the client incurs little risk in filing a lawsuit, and the Fort Worth wrongful death attorney has extra motivation to win your case. 

However, working on contingency is cost-prohibitive for some Fort Worth wrongful death lawyers. They may not be able to afford hiring investigators and expert witnesses to support your claim. Due to financial pressure, an inexperienced Fort Worth wrongful death lawyer might encourage you to agree to a quick settlement even if that gets you less money.

The Types of Wrongful Death Cases That Grossman's Fort Worth Attorneys Have Experience with

Our attorneys have helped families who experienced a wrongful death in many circumstances. Whenever someone is killed due to the negligence or intentional action of another, their family may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit.

Here are some of the common causes of wrongful death that we see in Fort Worth:

• Commercial truck/18-wheeler accident,
• Car accident,
• Dram shop or drunk driver accident,
• Premises liability,
• Workplace accident, and
• Product liability accident.

Many of these claims have straightforward liability. The cause of the accident may require little investigation, and we can quickly reach a settlement. Other times, the facts on the police report may seem inaccurate, and our investigators can take time to uncover the truth.

Sometimes more than one person is to blame for your loved one’s death. For instance, in a dram shop case, we sue both the drunk driver and the establishment that over-served that person.

Settlements Achieved by Grossman Law Fort Worth Wrongful Death Attorneys

When we help families who have lost a loved one file a wrongful death lawsuit, we know that more than just money is at stake. You want justice for your loved one’s life that was wrongly taken. Perhaps you also want to change policies and behaviors to save other lives.

Our Fort Worth wrongful death attorneys work with you to define your lawsuit’s goals and advocate passionately on your behalf. 

Here are examples of wrongful death settlements achieved by our law firm:

• $7.5 million wrongful death settlement after a commercial vehicle accident,
• $5.45 million wrongful death settlement after a truck accident,
• $5 million wrongful death settlement after a truck accident,
• $3.2 million wrongful death settlement against the manufacturer or a defective product,
• $3 million wrongful death dram shop settlement after a drunk driving accident, and
• $2 million wrongful death dram shop settlement after a drunk driver struck a pedestrian.

To get substantial settlements for our clients, we usually have to fight various inaccuracies. Many defendants come up with stories that we must prove wrong. Sometimes police reports are entirely inaccurate, and we interview witnesses and collect evidence to determine what happened. We also hire expert witnesses to testify to the events of the accident persuasively. Our skilled investigators and knowledgeable attorneys work together to find evidence essential to support your claim and advocate for your maximum compensation.

Stats: Fatalities Caused by Vehicle Accidents in Fort Worth Annually

Unfortunately, many drivers experience vehicle accidents in Fort Worth.

The city experienced over 18,000 motor vehicle accidents in 2019. Unsafe drivers often injure and kill others on Fort Worth roadways.

According to an NBC DFW report, “Fort Worth had the sixth-highest traffic accident fatality rate among the top 25 U.S. cities in 2017 with 12.58 people killed per 100,000.”

That same year saw the following Fort Worth accident statistics:

• 103 fatal accidents,
• 15 fatal accidents involving drunk people,
• 110 fatalities,
• 256 people involved in fatal accidents, and
• 34 pedestrians involved in fatal accidents.

Based on 22 years of traffic data (1975–2017), the most fatal traffic accidents occur in October. Fatal accidents often occur on Saturday nights, Monday mornings, and Sunday mornings and evenings.

While Fort Worth safety officials have plans to improve these sobering statistics, good intentions don’t help accident victims. If your loved one was a victim of a Fort Worth accident, call Grossman Law Offices to find out if you are eligible for wrongful death compensation.

FAQ: Hiring a Fort Worth Wrongful Death Lawyer

Why Do Surviving Family Members in Fort Worth Choose to Sue for Wrongful Death?

If you have experienced the wrongful death of someone you love, you likely feel many strong emotions. You miss your loved one, and you feel angry about the circumstances of their death. We cannot take away your pain, but our attorneys can provide you a shoulder to lean on and an outlet for justice. We can also work for a settlement that will provide for you and your family.

You can seek justice for your loved one through a wrongful death lawsuit. Though they can’t speak for themselves, you can give your loved one a voice to demand that the people who caused their death face legal consequences. You can hold the wrongdoers who caused you pain accountable.

Our Fort Worth, Texas wrongful death attorneys work to get you a significant settlement or trial award. However, we know you want more than money. You want the behaviors and policies that caused your loved one’s death to change. You want people to show respect for human life, to prevent needless death. 

A wrongful death lawsuit can advance these noble goals. A lawsuit educates others about the circumstances of your loved one’s death, and it has the potential to change people’s behavior. In fact, we often insert your desired policy changes into a settlement agreement as a way to make sure that your loved one’s death has a lasting impact on others. By filing a wrongful death lawsuit, you could prevent others from experiencing the pain of losing a loved one in a similar accident.

What Family Members Are Excluded from Bringing a Wrongful Death Claim in Fort Worth?

Usually, the immediate family members of the person who died can bring a wrongful death claim. In Texas, the following family members of the person who died can file a claim:

• Surviving spouse,
• Children, and
• Parents.

If these family members do not file a wrongful death lawsuit within three months of their loved one’s death, then the estate can file a claim. The personal representative (also called an executor) of the person’s estate can file a wrongful death lawsuit unless the spouse, children, and parents forbid it.

However, extended family, including surviving siblings or grandparents, cannot file a wrongful death lawsuit. Also, an adopted child cannot file a claim for the death of their biological parent. A wrongful death lawsuit is designed to provide compensation to the people who were most impacted by their loved one’s death.

What If My Loved One's Death Was the Result of a Crime in Fort Worth? Can I Still Sue the Defendant?

Yes, you can sue even if your loved one died as the result of a crime. The US court system is divided into two parts: criminal and civil. In the case of  criminal prosecution, the Tarrant County District Attorney brings charges against the accused. The person who committed the crime is entitled to a jury trial, and they can face prison time. The goal of the criminal justice system is to punish wrongdoers and deter others from committing crimes. However, criminal prosecution usually does not provide for victims financially.

Even if the defendant is prosecuted criminally, you can also file a civil lawsuit. A civil lawsuit allows you to sue the person for the damages you experienced as a result of your loved one’s death. You might claim damages such as mental anguish, lost financial support, and loss of companionship. 

Your attorney will attach monetary value to the emotional and financial harm you experienced from your loved one’s death. In a civil lawsuit, you usually seek monetary compensation for the harm you suffered, though you can also request policy changes or other non-financial actions. 

Am I Able to Hire Grossman Law's Fort Worth Wrongful Death Lawyers Without Leaving My Home, Due to COVID-19?

Yes! Grossman Law Offices has a fully operational, remote workforce. Even before COVID-19, our Fort Worth wrongful death lawyers regularly visited clients in their homes or conducted meetings remotely. We have many clients who are injured, are caregivers for loved ones, or have other responsibilities that make getting to our law office difficult.

Our job is to make your lawsuit process as easy and effective as possible. To do that, we meet you at your convenience, and we prioritize your health by enabling remote meeting technology. You can file a wrongful death lawsuit without leaving your home.

Is There a Time Limit on Filing a Wrongful Death Claim in Fort Worth?

You have only a limited time to file a wrongful death claim in Fort Worth. Texas’s statute of limitations allows you to file a claim for two years from the date of your loved one’s death. After that time period, the court will usually throw out your claim.

It’s best to call our law firm immediately after an accident so that we can work quickly to file within the statute of limitations. However, our Fort Worth wrongful death attorneys may be able to find exceptions to the statute of limitations. For instance, a minor child can file a wrongful death lawsuit even after two years. Whether you take immediate action or it has been more than two years since your loved one’s death, call us for a free consultation. We’ll review your claim and let you know if we can help.

If I Get a Consultation with Grossman Law, Will It Cost Me Money or Obligate Me to Anything?

No! Contact us anytime with questions, and we will give you honest answers. When you meet with us for a free consultation, you aren’t obligated to hire us. It’s simply a chance for us to get to know each other. We can give you information on legal strategies, and you can decide whether you trust us to represent you. 

You deserve a Fort Worth wrongful death lawyer whom you can trust, confide in, and lean on during litigation. We don’t want you to hire us until you develop trust in our abilities and are ready to move forward with your case.

Contact a Fort Worth Wrongful Death Attorney Now

To meet our knowledgeable attorneys and discuss your loved one’s wrongful death, contact us for a free consultation. We are available 24/7 through phone, online form, or email. When you contact us, you should expect a prompt response.

After we respond to your communication, we will set up a free consultation where you’ll discuss your case with one of our wrongful death attorneys. We can conduct this meeting remotely or in-person, depending on your circumstances and the state of the COVID-19 pandemic. We will work to find a safe and convenient way to meet with you.

If you want to discuss your loved one’s wrongful death with our knowledgeable Fort Worth wrongful death attorneys, contact us 24/7 at 855-326-0000 or use our online form.