A death caused by the negligent or wrongful conduct of another person is actionable under the law. Any kind of accident that results in a fatality can be a wrongful death claim, though there are different timelines for giving notice and filing a claim. Additionally, depending on the type of accident and the status of the responsible party, different issues regarding liability may arise. The following types of accidents can result in wrongful death claims we can help with:
Passenger jet accidents
Air disasters in both private and commercial aviation are often fatal. We represent the loved ones of passengers killed in crashes involving commercial airliners, helicopters, air ambulances, medevac transports, commuter airlines, and private planes. Airplane disasters are often due to negligence of the pilot or maintenance crew.
Fatal auto accidents
We help families determine what led to the wrongful death of their loved one, and who should be held accountable for their death. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal car accident, truck accident, motorcycle accident, or pedestrian collision, call now for a free consultation with Steve, your wrongful death attorney.
Wrongful death of pedestrians
If your loved one was hit by a car, truck, or other vehicle that resulted in their death, we can help. Our attorneys will investigate and discover the fault or negligence and cause of the accident, and hold those responsible accountable for their actions.
Construction related accidents
There are many causes of construction accident deaths, but whatever happens to cause a construction accident death, the results are the same. We believe families should hold employers and contractors responsible when their actions or lack of care causes a wrongful death..
Motorcycle accident death
A large percentage of Texas motorcycle accidents are the result of a motorcycle crash with a car, or truck where the driver simply fails to see the motorcyclist. We help families understand what happens after a loved one has passed in a crash.
Bicycles are no match for cars
Families or cyclists who have been impacted by the premature death of a loved one due to another driver’s negligence have the right to justice. A bicycle is no match against a car or truck. We help the families of riders killed in bicycle accidents.
Commercial trucking accidents
The massive weight and size of commercial trucks and eighteen-wheelers often lead to severe injuries and wrongful death when accidents occur involving passenger vehicles. We help families hold the trucking and insurance companies accountable.
Construction related accidents
There are many causes of construction accident deaths, but whatever happens to cause a construction accident death, the results are the same. We believe families should hold employers and contractors responsible when their actions or lack of care causes a wrongful death..
Lake and swimming pool drowning
According to reports by the CDC, 30% of all children 1 to 4 years old who died from an unintentional injuries died from drowning. If you lost a loved on in a fatal drowning accident, we can help you get civil justice for your losses.
Can I file a wrongful death claim? How do you put a value on someone’s life? Will it be enough to cover the expenses we’ve incurred? These are just some of the questions that the family members of wrongful death victims often ask. You deserve answers. And justice.
The law allows for the parents, spouses, and children of the decedent to bring a suit in a Texas court for damages caused by the wrongful death. Siblings of the decedent may not bring a claim for the loss of a brother or sister. A partner in a same-sex relationship is not permitted under Texas law to bring a wrongful death action. A survival claim may be brought by the decedent’s estate or heirs to recover for medical and funeral expenses and for any mental anguish the decedent experienced prior to the death. If the decedent died immediately, there is no claim for the decedent’s mental anguish.
The court will look into certain factors in determining you and your family’s financial loss. This includes the earning potential of the decedent, his or her health, life expectancy, and assets. If the decedent was a housekeeper and did not have an outside job, you are still entitled to financial loss based on the value of the decedent’s role in childcare, housekeeping, and assistance with the family’s daily living needs. For your emotional loss, the jury or trier-of-fact will consider the strength of the relationship between you and the decedent. As your attorneys, we fight for you in court to make sure you are fully compensated.
To prove financial loss, we often retain a financial expert to review the decedent’s employment records and history along with other factors to arrive at figure that values the compensation the decedent would have earned over his or her remaining working life. For emotional losses, we will review in depth with you the relationship you and other family members had with the decedent. We include family biographies, photographs, and testimonials. If exemplary damages are possible, such as in a drunk driving fatality or assault case, we will gather the evidence needed to support your exemplary damage claim.
Wrongful death claims can involve enormous sums of monetary compensation. If your claim is against a corporation or large business entity, or involves medical malpractice, the defendants will often retain a large and experienced team of defense lawyers who will attempt to intimidate you and contest your claim every step of the way. For this reason, you need an wrongful death attorney who is experienced with handling large and sophisticated claims and have been successful in achieving the results you and your family deserve. We have the proven track record to fight and win against large corporations.
For 30 years Austinites and Texans have turned to one personal injury firm to secure them maximum compensation for their wrongful death claims. That law firm is Steven C. Lee. We have the experience, focus, and dedication to hold the responsible parties accountable for their negligence.
Losing a loved one is among the most catastrophic losses anyone can experience. Wrongful death attorney Steven C. Lee has more than 30 years of experience winning these types of claims.
Carrying the financial burden left by a fatal accident only brings added stress, frustration, anger, and uncertainty. The last thing you want to worry about is "Can I afford a wrongful death lawyer?" That's why our wrongful death attorneys offer a free case evaluation.
Wrongful death claims, unlike other cases, often require immediate action to preserve evidence of the responsible party’s fault. Any delay could mean that critical evidence is lost forever. Don't worry about fees, we only get compensated when you do.
Many times a wrongful death case can present daunting legal challenges. Our attorneys have the resources to help you and your family obtain the financial compensation you deserve, and to ensure that any medical or hospital expenses associated with your loss are paid in full.
Our law office is dedicated to representing individuals and families who have suffered catastrophic losses. Steven C. Lee has earned a reputation as lawyers who listen with compassion and help their clients deal with the hardships resulting from their loss.
TIMELINES IS CRITICAL:
Texas law allows only two (2) years from the date of injury to file personal injury claims.
It’s important not to delay in pursuing your rights and the compensation you deserve.
