Wrongful Death
How Much Is Pain and Suffering Worth in a Wrongful Death Case?
Stephens Law Firm | November 3, 2025 | Wrongful Death
Losing someone you love because of another person’s careless or reckless actions leaves a lasting emptiness that no financial recovery can fill. Families in Weatherford who lose a loved one through negligence often want answers, accountability, and a sense of justice. One of the first questions many ask is, how much is pain and suffering… read more
How Insurance Companies Handle Fatal Truck Accident Claims
Stephens Law Firm | October 31, 2025 | Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Losing someone you love in a truck accident leaves behind grief, questions, and financial uncertainty. Families in Texas often want to hold those responsible accountable, but they also face another difficult reality: dealing with insurance companies that control how and when compensation is paid. Many people wonder how insurance companies handle fatal truck accident claims,… read more
When Trucking Company Negligence Leads to Wrongful Death You Should Call A Lawyer
Stephens Law Firm | October 29, 2025 | Wrongful Death
When trucking company negligence leads to wrongful death, calling a lawyer is a critical step because these cases involve complex federal regulations and powerful corporate opponents that a grieving family should not have to face alone. Legal insights from a wrongful death attorney can clarify the path forward. Their involvement helps hold the responsible parties… read more
How Trucking Companies Try to Minimize Wrongful Death Claims
Stephens Law Firm | October 29, 2025 | Wrongful Death
Trucking companies try to minimize wrongful death claims by immediately deploying rapid-response teams to control the accident scene, shifting blame to the victim, and offering quick, lowball settlements to grieving families before they understand their legal rights. These tactics are designed to protect their bottom line, not to provide fair compensation to those who have… read more
Can You Sue a Hospital for Wrongful Death?
Stephens Law Firm | September 4, 2025 | Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one is devastating under any circumstances. But when their death results from a hospital’s negligence, families often ask: Can you sue a hospital for wrongful death? In Texas, the answer is yes, but only under specific conditions. Hospitals can be held legally responsible when their staff or systems cause a preventable death… read more
How Do You Prove a Wrongful Death?
Stephens Law Firm | August 26, 2025 | Wrongful Death
If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligent or wrongful conduct, you may be entitled to file a wrongful death claim. However, to win your claim, you will need to prove that the defendant caused the death. You could recover economic, non-economic, and even punitive damages if successful. Dive into all… read more
Who Pays for a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Stephens Law Firm | August 20, 2025 | Wrongful Death
Under the Texas Wrongful Death Act, the party or parties responsible for causing a wrongful death pay for a wrongful death lawsuit, either through a settlement or jury verdict. Families typically do not pay upfront legal costs, as attorneys often work on a contingency fee basis. This means the lawyer is only paid if the… read more
What Types of Lawyers Handle Wrongful Death Claims?
Stephens Law Firm | July 25, 2025 | Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one is an incredibly difficult experience. It is especially hard when that loss is caused by the negligence or intentional actions of another party. In Texas, families who have lost a loved one due to wrongful death may be entitled to compensation. However, pursuing a wrongful death claim requires the assistance of… read more
How Do You Win a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Stephens Law Firm | July 24, 2025 | Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one is never easy, especially when their death was caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. In Texas, families have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit to seek justice and compensation. But what does it take to win a case like this? In this article, we’ll walk you through the… read more
What Qualifies as a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Stephens Law Firm | July 22, 2025 | Wrongful Death
If you have lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligent or intentional conduct, you could be entitled to significant compensation for your loss. A wrongful death lawsuit in civil court allows certain family members to hold the responsible party accountable. Dive into all the details below to learn more about what a wrongful… read more