Wrongful Death Lawyer

The sudden loss of a family member caused by someone else's negligence brings profound emotional trauma, funeral expenses, and loss of financial support. While financial compensation cannot replace your loved one, a wrongful death claim secures justice and financial stability. SCV Law Firm, PLLC handles all legal filings and investigations so families can focus on healing.

Texas Wrongful Death Lawyer

Under the Texas Wrongful Death Act, surviving spouses, children, and parents have standing to file a claim. If they do not file within three months, the estate administrator may file unless all beneficiaries object. Texas also allows a separate Survival Action to recover compensation for the deceased's conscious pain and suffering prior to death. The statute of limitations is two years from the date of death.

El Paso Wrongful Death Lawyer

Fatal collisions on high-speed stretches of I-10, US-54, and Transmountain Road take innocent lives every year due to commercial truck crashes and drunk driving. We provide compassionate legal support to El Paso families.

• Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in El Paso, Texas? The surviving spouse, children, and parents of the deceased hold primary legal standing to file.
• What compensation can our family recover in El Paso? Damages include lost financial support, lost inheritance, loss of companionship, mental anguish, and funeral and burial expenses.
• Can punitive damages be recovered in an El Paso fatal crash? Yes. Texas courts can award punitive damages when the at-fault party acted with gross negligence, such as extreme intoxication.