El Paso Wrongful Death Attorney

When a family member passes, the loss you suffer is most painful. If your spouse of child passes because of the acts or omissions of a person or company, you may be entitled to recompense. In Texas, the law provides for an action to recover for the wrongful death of a family member when the death is caused by the negligence of a third party. The lawyers and counselors at O'Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath focus on helping people recover in wrongful death cases.

Prior to the state legislature passing the wrongful death laws in Texas, recovering for the death of a spouse, child or parent was not allowed. The Texas House and Senate passed the se laws to allow the family members to recover when a spouse, child, or parent dies due to the negligent acts of someone else. Today, most states have laws designed to allow family members to recover after the wrongful death of a loved one due to negligent acts of a third party.

The Texas wrongful death laws were written by lawyers, and it takes an experienced attorney to make sense of it all. Among other things, the Texas laws limit recovery in wrongful death actions to parents, children, and spouses. The laws also exempt doctors from liability under certain circumstances. The law eve allows for recovery if the negligent act that gave rise to the wrongful death action was criminal in nature, eve if a criminal proceeding is currently being pursued.

You do not want to navigate these treacherous waters alone. The lawyers and counselors at O'Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath will steer you right. Our practice is devoted to helping victims pursue their wrongful death claims - call us now.