Auto accidents involving pedestrians can lead to tragic results. Victims hit by a car while crossing a street may suffer fatal injuries. Even if the injuries do not result in death, the victim might experience catastrophic, life-altering injuries. Some municipalities...
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If cars are safer, why are fatalities increasing?
Advancements in technology have added numerous safety features to vehicles. Blind-spot monitors and cross-traffic alerts could help a driver avoid a collision on a Texas road. Conventional wisdom suggests that advancements in vehicle design decrease catastrophic and...
Understanding wrongful death lawsuits
If a loved one dies because of another party's negligence, you may have grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit. In Texas, a deceased person's spouse, children or parents may have standing to file such a suit. In addition, the personal representative of the deceased may...
Texas statute of limitations for wrongful death
All civil cases in any state are subject to a statute of limitations rule that governs when a case is acceptable in the court system. In Texas, all civil actions must be filed within two years of the incident or when the injury is recognized, including wrongful death...
Wrongful death laws in Texas
Personal injury lawsuits sometimes involve fatal accidents, as survivors may seek compensation for someone's premature passing under Texas' wrongful death laws. Statutes about wrongful death litigation spell out who can sue and under what circumstances. Ultimately, if...