Was your loved one killed in Dallas, Texas, because of someone else’s actions? Our attorneys at Omar Khawja Personal Injury Lawyers can help you fight for justice. Call (469) 300-5046 today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Dallas wrongful death lawyer who can fight for you.
You may deserve compensation for lost financial support, pain, trauma, and more. While no case can undo what happened, holding the responsible party accountable can provide financial stability and a sense of closure during an incredibly difficult time.
Why Should I Call Omar Khawja Personal Injury Lawyers to Help My Family Recover Compensation for Wrongful Death in Dallas?
The last thing you need is a long battle with the insurance company after losing a loved one. Unfortunately, that’s what many grieving families are forced to face. You’ll need the strongest possible lawyer to protect your interests. That’s why you need Omar Khawaja Personal Injury Lawyers.
Here’s why clients in Dallas, TX, choose us:
- Our attorneys have over 100 years of combined legal experience.
- We’ve used our skills to recover over $100 million on behalf of grieving families over the years. Now, we’re ready to help you stand up to the insurance companies and fight for a fair deal.
- We’ve earned over 640 five-star Google reviews for our success.
- Our lawyers have the tools to reduce your stress. You can rest assured that you have a skilled advocate fighting to maximize your financial award.
Recovering full compensation can be the key to your family’s future financial stability. It’s also the primary way to get justice. After the loss of a loved one, call our experienced Dallas personal injury attorneys to start fighting to hold the responsible party accountable.
How Common Are Fatal Accidents in Texas?
Motor vehicle accidents are a top cause of death in Texas. 4,150 victims died in traffic accidents across Texas in 2024 alone. 768 pedestrians died in car accidents that year. In Dallas alone, 227 car accident victims lost their lives in 2024.
What Is a Wrongful Death in Texas?
In Texas, a wrongful death is any death caused by another party’s “wrongful act, neglect, carelessness, unskillfulness, or default”.
Many different situations can give a surviving family the right to pursue compensation for wrongful death.
You may have a valid wrongful death case if:
- A careless driver caused your loved one to die in a fatal car wreck
- Your loved one’s doctor made a fatal error in their treatment
- A property owner failed to maintain safe property conditions and caused a deadly fall
- Someone intentionally hurt your loved one
In these situations, the victim would have been entitled to file a personal injury lawsuit had they survived. When a victim does not survive, that right transfers to the victim’s surviving family.
Do Criminal Charges Impact My Rights Under Texas Wrongful Death Laws?
When you file a wrongful death lawsuit, you’re demanding compensation from the at-fault party. Any criminal charges are kept separate.
It’s important to remember the following:
- You can seek damages for wrongful death if the defendant’s acts were not criminal
- You may be entitled to compensation even if the defendant is acquitted of a crime
Wrongful death cases are often based on accidents. Your rights under civil laws are not tied to the defendant’s criminal responsibility in any way.
Understanding the Process for Filing a Wrongful Death Claim in Dallas
The remedy in wrongful death cases is financial compensation. Any compensation recovered in a wrongful death case is for the benefit of the victim’s surviving family.
A wrongful death claim in Texas may be filed by the victim’s:
- Surviving spouse
- Children
- Parents
One or more of these parties can file a lawsuit. The victim’s estate, or personal representative, may also file a lawsuit if none of these parties files a lawsuit within three months of the victim’s death. That’s true unless the surviving family requests that the executor not file a lawsuit.
What Is My Family’s Dallas Wrongful Death Case Worth?
While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this critical question, factors that will impact your case value include:
- The costs your family incurred due to the fatal injury and death
- Your loved one’s age, life expectancy, and earning potential prior to death
- The identity and ages of surviving dependents, including a spouse and children
- The circumstances surrounding their death
- Your loved one’s pain and trauma prior to death
- How your loved one contributed to your family
- How the loss has impacted your life
- Whether contributory negligence is a factor
Most families are forced to battle with uncaring insurance companies when it comes to getting compensated for their loss. Insurance adjusters see cases like yours all the time. They know what you deserve–and they know how to convince you to settle for less.
When you hire our lawyers, you’ll have an experienced team evaluating your case value.
For some families, seeking financial compensation is the only way to get justice. You’ll only have one shot at getting fair compensation if someone else caused your loved one’s death. Your lawyer’s skill can make a huge difference–and our attorneys are well-prepared to fight for you.
What Types of Damages Are Available To Surviving Families in a Successful Dallas Wrongful Death Case?
Families may seek compensation for economic damages and non-economic damages in Texas. That means compensation for:
- Loss of your loved one’s financial support
- Loss of your loved one’s employment benefits, such as retirement and insurance benefits
- Loss of the reasonable value of your loved one’s household services
- Funeral costs and burial expenses
- Estate administration costs
- Loss of inheritance
- Loss of the victim’s support, companionship, and guidance
These damages will depend on your family’s unique circumstances and the unique ways that you have suffered.
Punitive damages may also be on the table. Punitive damages are reserved for extreme cases where the defendant’s acts were intentional or amounted to gross negligence, which is an extreme and reckless disregard for human safety.
How Much Does It Cost To Hire a Wrongful Death Lawyer in Texas?
Like most personal injury law firms, Omar Khawja Personal Injury Lawyers operates on a contingency fee basis.
This means:
- You won’t be charged upfront costs
- Your attorneys’ fees are directly tied to the amount of money they recover
- You’ll never pay a dime if your attorney fails to win compensation
Quality legal representation can make a world of difference in the amount of money you take home. With this contingency fee system, you can secure top-quality legal representation without worrying about the cost.
How Can Contributory Fault Impact My Family’s Right To Recover Damages if My Loved One Is Being Blamed for a Deadly Accident in Texas?
Yes. Texas has a modified comparative negligence system. Your family’s compensation award will be reduced to the extent your loved one shared responsibility. If your loved one is assigned a percentage of fault, your compensation is reduced by that percentage.
If the defendant proves your loved one’s share of fault was greater than 50%, however, your family loses your right to damages entirely.
What Causes Most Wrongful Deaths in Dallas?
Our attorneys represent clients in all types of wrongful death cases, including cases stemming from:
- Car accidents
- Dangerous property conditions
- Slip and fall accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Aviation accidents
- Truck accidents
- Bus accidents
- Uber or Lyft accidents
- Boating accidents
- Construction accidents
- Workplace accidents
- Oil rig accidents
- Falls from heights
- Defective products and product liability
- Medical malpractice
- Nursing home abuse and neglect
Our Dallas wrongful death attorneys are always available to discuss your legal options. Contact us today to get more information about your legal rights.
How Do I Prove I Deserve Compensation After a Wrongful Death in Texas?
Your burden of proof depends on the circumstances of your loved one’s death. Most cases require proof that a defendant was negligent and caused your loved one’s death.
In negligence cases, the plaintiff must provide evidence about:
- The defendant’s duty of care
- A breach of duty, or a failure to use reasonable caution
- Causation, or evidence that the breach caused the fatal injury
- The damages your family has suffered
Wrongful death cases are complex. The victim isn’t here to tell their side of the story. Our attorneys have the experience and resources to locate the evidence you’ll need to prove your case.
How Long Do I Have To File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit After a Fatal Accident in Texas?
The statute of limitations in Texas wrongful death cases is two years. The two-year period begins on the date of your loved one’s death. After two years have passed, you can no longer pursue compensation.
Contact an Experienced Dallas Wrongful Death Lawyer for a Free Consultation
If you recently lost a loved one because of someone else’s actions in Dallas, Texas, our team at Omar Khawja Personal Injury Lawyers is here to fight for you. Reach out to get in contact with an experienced Dallas wrongful death lawyer who can help today. We offer free case reviews–and there’s never any obligation.