Conroe Fatal Car Accident Lawyers

Montgomery County law firm recovers maximum compensation

The loss of a loved one in a car accident is devastating, both emotionally and financially. Although no amount of money can make up for the loss, there is a legal remedy known as a wrongful death action by which surviving family member can sue the party at fault for the crash. At Hope and Causey, P.C., our Conroe fatal car accident lawyers understand the legal and procedural requirements of pursuing these cases in Texas and can get you the fair compensation you deserve.

Who can file a wrongful death claim in Texas?

Texas law allows a surviving spouse, children or parent of a deceased victim to file a wrongful death action. If none of them file within three months of the death, the executor or administrator of the victim’s estate may file on their behalf, unless all of the survivors request in writing that no wrongful death suit be brought. In general, an action must be filed within two years of the victim’s death.

Investigating deadly car accidents in Conroe

A key aspect of a wrongful death action is that the victim, being deceased, is unable to provide their account of the crash. This means liability must be proven by other evidence, such as police reports, witness statements, vehicle data and forensic evidence from the scene. Among the possible causes of a fatal car crash are being hit by a drunk driver or by one who was speeding or driving distracted. We will conduct a thorough investigation of the incident, consulting with accident reconstruction analysts as needed and using our familiarity with Montgomery County roads to aid in the probe.

Why a fatal car crash case can be complex

A wrongful-death action has its own rules about who can sue and what damages are available. The law requires identifying the estate representative as well as the statutory beneficiaries (spouse, children or parents). There also can be multiple defendants, including the negligent driver, their employer (if a commercial vehicle was involved), vehicle manufacturers and government entities (for road and traffic signal defects). A Conroe wrongful death attorney at our firm will make every effort to identify the possible defendants and to hold them accountable.

Compensation available in Conroe fatal accident cases

Plaintiffs in a wrongful death case can be awarded compensation for: funeral and burial costs, the victim’s medical expenses prior to death, the victim’s loss of income and the survivors’ loss of companionship, mental anguish and pain and suffering. However, there is a high burden of proof. Courts require evidence of the victim’s earning potential, their role in the family, their expected lifespan and the emotional and financial impact of their death on survivors. A plaintiff might also recover punitive damages if they can prove malice or gross negligence.

Contact a skilled Texas personal injury attorney about your fatal car accident case

Hope and Causey, P.C. in Conroe represents families of victims of fatal accidents in the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area. Call 936-441-4673 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation.