Compassionate San Antonio Lawyers Seek Accountability in Wrongful Death Actions

South Texas attorneys provide a measure of justice for bereaved family members

Losing a loved one is always difficult, but when the death occurs because of the negligent actions of someone else, your family is left to deal with a heartbreaking mixture of shock, grief and anger. It may be difficult to think of taking legal action at such a difficult time, but justice demands accountability. Lyons & Lyons is a San Antonio-based law firm whose attorneys have more than 90 years of combined experience representing Texans in wrongful death claims. You can trust that we will treat you with the compassion and sensitivity you deserve while vigorously pursuing financial compensation for your loss.

Who can file a wrongful death claim in Texas?

Under Texas law, the legal right to pursue a wrongful death action is limited to these groups:

• Spouses, children, and parents — These close family members can pursue a claim, and if they choose to do so, they must file the lawsuit within 90 days of the death.
• Executors or personal representatives — The executor or personal representative of the estate can file a wrongful death claim, but only if the close family members do not. If the family requests that a case not be pursued, the executor or representative must honor that decision.
• Adopted children — Children who are legally adopted can file a wrongful death action on behalf of their adoptive parent but they cannot pursue a lawsuit related to the death of a biological parent.

Our San Antonio lawyers understand the emotional nature of wrongful death cases and will be by your side throughout your case. Among the damages we can seek are those that compensate for lost earning capacity; lost inheritance; lost care, services, companionship and support the deceased would have provided; and pain and suffering.

Proven advocates handle a range of wrongful death claims

We have recovered millions of dollars in compensation for grieving families over the years. Some of the wrongful death actions we’ve handled include those involving:

• Birth injuries — We’ve represented parents who lost newborn babies due to oxygen deprivation, delayed cesarean section, spinal cord damage, and other birth injuries.
• Truck accidents — We hold trucking companies, truck drivers, and others responsible for deadly truck crashes involving commercial vehicles.
• Auto accidents — More than 3,500 people died in Texas auto accidents in 2018. We are here to fight for the families they left behind.
• Defective products —From defective medical devices and dangerous pharmaceuticals to defective household items, we have the experience to handle wrongful death actions involving products liability.

When we represent you in a wrongful death case, we understand that no amount of compensation can make up for your loss, but we are committed to handling your case with the utmost sensitivity while we pursue the damages you deserve.

Contact our South Texas lawyers for a free consultation to discuss a wrongful death claim

The personal injury lawyers of Lyons & Lyons in San Antonio represent clients throughout Texas in wrongful death claims. To learn how we may be able to help, schedule a free initial consultation with our compassionate attorneys by calling 210-225-5251 or contacting us online.