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What Qualifies as Wrongful Death?

Are you grieving the loss of a loved one due to someone else’s error or deliberate action? Is there a company or individual denying their role in your loved one’s death? A wrongful death, whether intentional or accidental, can leave emotional scars beyond measure. We can’t put a monetary value on losing a loved one as a resu[...]

Date: May 16, 2025 / Wrongful Death
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How do you prove wrongful death in Texas?

Nothing can replace the loss of your loved one, and your grief may be compounded when their death was caused by the negligence of another party. Nevertheless, seeking financial compensation for the wrongful death of a loved one can help to ease the financial burden caused by their death. Proving wrongful death in Texas requires that [...]

Date: May 14, 2025 / Wrongful Death
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How to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas During a Difficult Time

When you lose a loved one due to another person’s negligent action, you might wonder if you can seek compensation against the responsible party. This is possible, but you must qualify to file a wrongful death claim in Texas for the insurance company or court to entertain it. Also, you must know how to file a wrongful death claim at[...]

Date: April 8, 2025 / Wrongful Death
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Can a Fatal Car Accident Also Be a Wrongful Death Case?

Losing a family member in an auto crash is a devastating event. The pain and anger, only increase when you learn that it was an avoidable accident caused by a negligent motorist. While nothing can bring your loved one back, your family may have to take legal action against the negligent driver. These types of claims are called a wron[...]

Date: August 13, 2024 / Wrongful Death
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Can You Sue a Hospital for Wrongful Death?

Can you sue a hospital for wrongful death? The answer to that question is a big "YES." If your family member died as a result of medical negligence, the hospital may be held liable, depending on the specific circumstances. Doctors, nurses, medical technicians, and other healthcare employees may be named in the wrongful death lawsuit [...]

Date: July 16, 2024 / Medical Malpractice / Wrongful Death
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What Applicants Should Know About Our Firm

At Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law, we are proud of the reputation we have earned – not only from hardworking Texans needing help with an injury but from our peers in the legal community. Much of our success comes from our firm’s ability to stay true to its core values. We take our role as legal advocates seriously, and we[...]

Date: July 1, 2024 / Accident Attorney / Personal Injury / Wrongful Death

The Controversial Law that Shields Manufacturers at the Expense of Consumers

When you purchase a product, you should be able to expect that it is safe and will work as it should. There are several agencies that protect citizens from harmful products in the United States, such as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Most of these agencies have broad authority to act wh[...]

Date: December 5, 2023 / Wrongful Death
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What Does Being Liable for Wrongful Death Mean?

A wrongful death lawyer can help you determine if another party is liable for your loved one’s death. Losing a loved one is always tragic, but if the death was another party’s fault, it is even more difficult for survivors to bear. Grieving family members who have lost the love, support, and companionship of a loved one may ne[...]

Date: July 5, 2022 / Wrongful Death
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How Long Does It Usually Take to Settle a Wrongful Death Suit?

Losing a loved one is never easy. Depending on the circumstances surrounding their passing, you may be wondering, how long does it usually take to settle a wrongful death suit? While there is no simple, definitive answer to that question, the more you know about your rights going forward and the potential results of your wrongful dea[...]

Date: April 6, 2022 / Wrongful Death
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How Does a Wrongful Death Case Against the Police Succeed?

The recent tragic deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, David McAtee, and several other people around the country have shined a bright spotlight on civil rights violations and negligent acts by police. Unfortunately, in many of these cases, officers involved aren’t being held criminally responsible for their actions. But even if [...]

Date: March 3, 2021 / Wrongful Death