Williford Law | Legal Strength for Families Facing Unimaginable Loss
When a Loved One Is Taken Too Soon, Justice Is the Only Option
No lawsuit can bring back the person you lost.
But when a life is cut short by negligence, the law provides a path for families to seek justice, accountability, and financial security — not just for what was lost, but for what was taken.
At Williford Law, we represent grieving families across Texas in wrongful death claims. Whether the loss resulted from a fatal crash, workplace failure, medical mistake, or dangerous premises, we deliver trial-ready advocacy backed by compassion, clarity, and a commitment to your family’s long-term needs.
What Is a Wrongful Death Under Texas Law?
A wrongful death occurs when a person is killed due to another party’s:
- Negligence
- Carelessness
- Recklessness
- Omission
- Intentional misconduct
If your loved one had had a personal injury claim had they survived, you may have a wrongful death action under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code § 71.002.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas?
- Spouse (including common-law)
- Children (biological and adopted)
- Parents (biological or adoptive)
- The Estate (via a survival action, if the above parties do not file within 3 months)
We help families navigate both wrongful death and survival claims, including court appointment of an executor or administrator when needed.
Types of Wrongful Death Cases We Handle
- Fatal car, truck, or motorcycle crashes
- Drunk or distracted driving collisions
- Commercial vehicle and 18-wheeler wrecks
- Workplace and construction fatalities
- Medical malpractice, surgical errors, and birth injuries
- Nursing home abuse, neglect, or falls
- Defective products (e.g., airbag failure, equipment malfunction)
- Premises liability (slip-and-fall deaths, drownings, fire injuries)
- Fatal assaults, shootings, or negligent security
- Child deaths caused by a lack of supervision or unsafe conditions
Every case is different, but the outcome is always devastating.
We bring clarity and accountability to an otherwise senseless loss.
What Damages Can You Recover?
Texas law allows families to pursue both wrongful death damages and survival damages:
| Wrongful Death Damages | Survival Damages (Estate) |
| Funeral and burial expenses | Medical bills prior to death |
| Loss of financial support | Pain and suffering experienced before death |
| Loss of inheritance | Medical bills before death |
| Loss of companionship and love | Property damage or economic losses from the incident |
| Loss of parental guidance and nurturing | Punitive damages (in cases of gross negligence) |
| Lost wages between the injury and passing |
We collaborate with forensic economists, grief counselors, and life care planners to build a valuation that fully reflects your family’s loss, emotionally and financially.
How the Wrongful Death Process Works
- Case Investigation
We gather police reports, autopsy results, video, black box data, scene photos, and expert analysis. - Family Consultation
We help establish the estate, determine eligible claimants, and explain your rights under Texas law. - Claim Filing
We send preservation letters, file wrongful death and survival actions, and identify all insurance and corporate defendants. - Negotiation or Litigation
We demand full compensation. If they resist, we prepare for trial, with no delays and no discounts on the value of your claim. - Resolution
We work with financial advisors and structured settlement professionals to protect any compensation for children or survivors.
Why Families Choose Williford Law
- Focused on catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation only
- Experienced with fatality cases involving multi-vehicle crashes, worksite failures, and medical negligence
- Strategic, compassionate guidance through probate, guardianship, and estate coordination
- Trial-ready team with a record of seven-figure results
- No upfront fees — you pay nothing unless we win
This is about more than closure.
It’s about accountability. Dignity. And securing the future your loved one would have wanted for you.
FAQs: Wrongful Death in Texas
What’s the statute of limitations for a wrongful death claim?
Generally, two years from the date of death. But delays in probate or claims involving minors or government entities may require earlier action. Call us as soon as possible to preserve your rights.
Can I file both a wrongful death and a survival claim?
Yes. Wrongful death compensates the family. Survival actions compensate the estate for what the decedent suffered before death.
What if the person responsible is facing criminal charges?
Civil and criminal cases are separate. You do not have to wait — and in many cases, you shouldn’t. We can proceed with your claim regardless of the criminal process.
What if my loved one was partially at fault?
Texas follows modified comparative negligence. If your loved one was less than 51% at fault, the family can still recover, but damages may be reduced.
