Leon Law Firm, (214) 696-0021

Wrongful death causes of action are controlled by Chapter 71 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code (CPRC).

Per Sec. 71.004, the surviving spouse, children, and parents of the deceased are the only ones who can bring an action for wrongful death.

If none of the individuals entitled to bring an action have begun the action within three calendar months after the death, then the personal representative of the estate shall bring and prosecute the action unless requested not to by all those individuals.

In most cases, it is advisable to have the wrongful death beneficiaries and the beneficiaries of the estate sign a family settlement agreement prior to taking any action.

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