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(512) 910-2000Written by TK Injury Lawyers, reviewed by Trent Kelly on November 15, 2016
Having someone you love die in an accident is a horrific experience that can feel like a nightmare. You feel like your world is crumbling down and you do not know where to turn. If this tragic death is the result of someone else’s negligence, you might have a good reason to file a wrongful death claim.
A wrongful death lawsuit is when family members sue because a loved one died because someone was careless and negligent. Many victims of murder have family members who have filed a wrongful death suit. A wrongful death lawsuit can be filed even if the party has been acquitted in the criminal court. An Austin wrongful death attorney can help you stay calm after a criminal trial and proceed with the wrongful death claim.
Only a designated beneficiary can bring about a wrongful death claim. This is a person who has legal rights to the deceased individual’s affairs. It might be a child, or it might be the spouse. In some cases, it is a parent or a domestic partner. If the relationship to the victim is in question, a person can testify in court, and the court will make that decision.
In a successful wrongful death claim, some of the damages might include funeral expenses, medical bills, and loss of companionship. You can also receive compensation for future earnings of the deceased or punitive damages if the incident was intentional.
If you have had a family member killed as a result of the negligence of someone else, it is a good idea to find an experienced Austin wrongful death attorney as soon as possible. A lawyer can help you explore your options and give you advice on how to proceed. You can never get your family member back, but you could get some justice for their memory.
Trent Kelly obtained his law degree from the University of Arkansas in 2007. He is licensed to practice law in Texas and regularly assists clients with their legal matters. Trent’s practice is primarily focused on personal injury matters – particularly those involving motor vehicles (such as cars, commercial trucks, 18-wheelers, and motorcycles) and wrongful death – but he also handles various business litigation matters as well. Click here to take a look at some complex cases Trent has resolved.
Years of experience: +15 years
Location: Austin, TX
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This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by attorney Trent Kelly, who has more than 15 years of legal experience as a practicing personal injury trial attorney.
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