Understanding Wrongful Death and Survival Claims in Comal County, TX | Carabin Shaw

The unexpected death of a loved one is a devastating event for any family. When that death was the result of someone else's negligence, the grieving process can be complicated even further by the need for justice. A successful wrongful death lawsuit is often the only way to ensure that surviving families receive the compensation they need and liable parties face the accountability they deserve.

The New Braunfels attorneys at Carabin Shaw have been helping victims across Texas for over three decades. We take pride in our history of winning justice for wrongful death victims. To find out more about how we can help you, take advantage of our free case review offer. Just give us a toll-free call at 1-800-862-1260 to get started!

Accident victims in Texas have the right to pursue legal action against any party liable for their injuries. When an accident turns fatal, the surviving family members of the deceased can work with a fatal accident lawyer to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of their loved one. The ability to file a wrongful death lawsuit hinges on proving that the negligence of one or more parties led to the fatal accident. Some types of negligence that may be relevant to you are:

• Unsafe driving
• Medical malpractice
• Inadequate workplace safety
• Defective products
• Nursing home neglect
• Unsafe property conditions

Your ability to prove negligence in your wrongful death case will be determined by the amount of quality evidence you can gather. Involving a wrongful death attorney Comal County early in the process will help ensure that evidence is gathered in a timely manner. Remember that witness statements become less reliable as time goes on, and some forms of evidence, like security camera footage, can be lost entirely. Some common forms of relevant evidence to look out for include:

• Medical records
• Accident reports
• Photo/ video evidence
• Witness statements
• Maintenance and inspection records
• Autopsy reports
• Communication records
• Employment records

Victims of wrongful death can work with a lawyer to win the compensation they deserve by suing liable parties for damages. Damages are the means used to determine how much compensation you can seek. Some forms of damages relate directly to the financial impact of your loss, while others allow you to seek compensation for its emotional toll. Common types of damages you may qualify for include:

• Lost earning capacity
• Medical expenses
• Funeral and burial costs
• Loss of companionship
• Grief and sorrow
• Loss of benefits
• Loss of inheritance
• Punitive damages

Working with a wrongful death lawyer in New Braunfels TX is the best way to ensure you win justice for your deceased loved one and secure the financial support your family deserves. In addition to fighting for you in the courtroom, our Texas attorneys can gather evidence, handle correspondence on your behalf, negotiate your insurance claims, and provide invaluable emotional support. Working with a local lawyer comes with the added benefits of increased availability and familiarity with local laws and officials. Opting to represent yourself can easily lead to a miscarriage of justice and a lack of accountability for those responsible for your loved one’s death.

At Carabin Shaw, we take pride in standing up for wrongful death victims in New Braunfels, Texas. Our team of attorneys has been winning cases and maximizing compensation for over three decades. There is a reason our client reviews page is filled with five-star testimonials. To get started, give us a toll-free call at 1-800-862-1260, where our English and Spanish-speaking staff is available 24/7 to set you up with a free consultation.

We understand that winning the funds you deserve will be essential to stabilizing your personal finances in the wake of your unexpected tragedy. That is why we offer our services on a contingency-fee basis. We only get paid when we win your case, allowing you to get started risk-free and with no up-front cost. There is no reason to delay. Call us to get started today!

For more information:

• Texas Statutes 71
• Texas Judicial Branch