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Many wrongful death accidents involve someone who was driving recklessly, not paying attention, or driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If you have lost a loved one because of a reckless or negligent driver, consult with an experienced Houston wrongful death attorney right away.
Careless and distracted drivers injure and kill cyclists and pedestrians every day. Some accidents are caused by unsafe sidewalks or a lack of designated crosswalks and bicycle lanes. If your loved one died because of a careless driver or poorly maintained streets or walkways, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim against the person or entity responsible.
Unsafe and defective products injure and kill people every year. It may be possible to hold liable the producer, manufacturer, or even the distributor of a defective product in a wrongful death claim. Examples of defective products that can cause a person’s death include:
Improper or inadequate training and stressful work environments lead some healthcare providers to commit medical malpractice. Under Texas law, they can be held liable for pain and suffering and other damages in wrongful death lawsuits. You will want to speak with wrongful death medical malpractice lawyers.
You may be able to bring a wrongful death claim for medical malpractice related to:
Nursing home abuse and neglect is a rampant problem in the U.S. If you know or suspect that your loved one died because of improper care or abusive treatment, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim against the care facility.
Injuries and death in the workplace are common, especially in industries like construction and logging. Employers who fail to provide safe working conditions may be held responsible for fatalities that happen on the job. If you have lost a family member due to their employer’s negligence, you may be able to bring a wrongful death claim.
When the unthinkable occurs to a loved one or family member, the impact can be devastating. Your grieving and emotional recovery come first, and we understand that seeking legal representation may be the last thing you feel like doing.
But if you feel your loved one’s death was caused by another person’s negligent or wrongful actions, fighting for justice can be part of the healing process.
SOURCE: https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/CP/htm/CP.71.htm
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