Texas Motorcycle Accident Injury Law Firm

Texas Motorcycle Accident Injury Law Firm

Wrongful death claims are lawsuits brought against defendants that have a fault in a person’s death. Fault may arise from negligence, recklessness, or because of a person’s intentional acts. A wrongful death claim provides a vehicle for loved ones or an estate to file a lawsuit against the person or institution responsible for the death. Each state has varying laws as to what happens during these lawsuits, who can file and how long a person has to file.

If you have lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident, please contact an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer Houston, TX residents trust to explore your wrongful death claim options. The Texas motorcycle accident injury law firm of John K. Zaid & Associates has extensive experience with such claims and we can guide you through the process step by step. Please consider allowing us to do the legal “heavy lifting” so you can focus your energy on processing your grief and being there for your loved ones who are also grieving. 

Where Are Wrongful Death Claims Filed

Wrongful death is fought in civil court and so it is an entirely separate entity from criminal court. This means that regardless of whether there have been criminal charges brought against someone in connection with the death of your loved one, you can bring a civil claim against those responsible for your loved one’s catastrophic injuries and untimely death. 

What Kinds of Damages Can You Ask for?

After the death of a loved one, you may seek different kinds of compensation from those responsible for your loss. These so-called damages may include:

• Medical bills
• Funeral costs
• Loss of companionship
• Loss of potential income
• Loss of income

You can normally ask for any financial losses that you suffered due to the death. In addition, you may be awarded non-economic damages related to pain and suffering, etc. Our Texas motorcycle accident injury law firm can clarify what kinds of damages you may be entitled to at this time. 

Wrongful death claims may be brought against a person or institution that has a fault in another person’s death. As a result, you may be able to hold more than one party responsible for your loved one’s death. Regardless of your specific circumstances, know that you likely have legal options available to you. Please contact our Texas motorcycle accident injury law firm to learn more about how we can help you recover compensation related to the loss of your loved one. The last thing you need to worry about right now is how your loved one’s loss will impact you financially. Please call today.