Wrongful Death Attorney in Fort Worth
We Stand with Grieving Families
Mizani Law Firm stands with Fort Worth families navigating the aftermath of a loss. Our experience across car accidents, workplace injuries, and premises liability cases, the same underlying events that often give rise to wrongful death claims, means we understand both the legal and human sides of these cases. No amount of compensation can undo the loss of a loved one, but it can ease the financial burden that loss leaves behind and hold the responsible party accountable. We are here to help through every stage of your claim.
Call (214) 484-0609 to learn about your family's legal options from a Fort Worth wrongful death lawyer at Mizani Law Firm. Your consultation is free and private.
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“I highly recommend The Mizani Law Firm! I was injured and needed legal help on short notice, and they interviewed me in person and thankfully stepped in to take my case. From start to finish, they were professional, compassionate, and truly fought for me.”- Linda H.
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$5,750,000 Construction Site Accident
Settlement for a client who fell from a roof on a construction job. There were no safety measures put in place at the time of the fall.
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$1,000,050 Injuries from an Assault
Settlement on behalf of an individual who suffered injuries as a result of an assault.
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$900,000 Defective Product
Wrongful-death case involving a defectively designed product.
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$850,000 Products Liability
Settlement on a products liability case.
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$555,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Unanimous trial verdict plus prejudgment interest in a motor vehicle lawsuit.
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$500,000 Motorcycle Accident
Wrongful-death case involving a motorcyclist who was struck by another vehicle.
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$487,737 Motor Vehicle Accident
Won on behalf of a client who sustained injuries to his lower back as a result of a rear-end collision.
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$475,000 Drunk Driving Accident
Settlement for a client who was injured as a result of a drunk driver.
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$450,000 Premises Liability
Client sustained injuries while being transported from the jet bridge onto an airplane.
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$350,000 Workplace Injury
Settlement for a client who was injured while at work.
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$320,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Settlement for a client who was rear-ended by another vehicle while stopped in traffic.
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$315,000 Commercial Vehicle Accident
Client sustained injuries after being struck by a commercial vehicle.
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$305,000 Injuries Resulting from an Uber Driver
Obtained for a client who was injured as a passenger in a Uber vehicle.
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$300,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Settlement for a client who was injured in a motor vehicle collision.
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$300,000 Slip & Fall
Obtained for a client who injured her shoulder when she slipped and fell at a national chain restaurant.
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$250,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Client was injured when a vehicle crashed into the nail salon where the client worked.
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$240,000 Workplace Injury
Settlement for a client who was injured at a construction site when he made impact with a bulldozer.
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$210,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Client sustained injuries in a T-bone collision caused by a driver who failed to yield the right of way.
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$200,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Client sustained injuries in a motor vehicle collision for which the insurance company initially denied both liability and coverage.
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$200,000 Premises Liability
Settlement for a client that slipped and fell at a clothing store.
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$177,500 Trucking Accident
Proudly represented a military veteran who was rear-ended by a commercial truck while parked at a railroad crossing.
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$175,000 Premises Liability Injury
Settlement for client who fell as a result of uneven flooring when visiting an aquarium.
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$140,980 Motor Vehicle Accident
Fought on behalf of a client who was a back-seat passenger in a vehicle that was hit by another negligent party.
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$140,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Recovered for a client who was “t-boned” by another vehicle while crossing an intersection.
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$131,055 Motor Vehicle Accident
Obtained for a client who was involved in a motor vehicle collision.
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$120,000 Slip and Fall Injury
Obtained a settlement for a client who slipped and fell at a restaurant.
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$101,000 Premises Liability Injury
Obtained a settlement for a client who sustained injuries in a premises liability case.
Texas Wrongful Death Law
Under the Texas Wrongful Death Act, a person is liable for a death caused by their wrongful act, neglect, carelessness, unskillfulness, or default. Only the surviving spouse, children, and parents of the deceased may bring this claim under § 71.004, and Texas follows a modified comparative negligence system, meaning damages may be reduced proportionally if the deceased shared some fault for what happened. The statute of limitations for filing a wrongful death claim is generally two years from the date of death.
Leading Wrongful Death Causes
Fort Worth sits in Tarrant County, where the Texas Department of Transportation recorded 201 traffic fatalities in 2024, the leading cause of preventable death in the area. Roadways aren't the only source of wrongful death claims, though. Texas also leads the nation in workplace fatalities, with 557 recorded by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2024, and falls, being struck by objects, and transportation incidents remain the leading causes of on-the-job deaths statewide.
Understanding what actually causes fatal accidents in North Texas is often the first step toward holding the right party accountable:
- Car accidents remain one of the most common causes of unintentional death in the Fort Worth area. These are most often tied to speeding or distracted, drunk, or reckless driving.
- Motorcycle accidents are disproportionately likely to turn fatal compared to other types of car accidents. Limited visibility, a driver's failure to yield, or a collision at higher speeds all raise the stakes for riders.
- Truck accidents often prove fatal given the sheer size and force involved. A fully loaded commercial truck can weigh 20 to 30 times more than a passenger vehicle, making survivable collisions far less likely.
- Medical malpractice can turn a routine procedure into a fatal one. Surgical errors, misdiagnoses, and medication mistakes are among the most common causes.
- Workplace accidents claim lives across every industry, not just construction and industrial sites. Falls, being struck by equipment or vehicles, and transportation-related incidents are among the leading causes nationally.
- Premises liability accidents can also turn fatal, particularly when a property owner ignores a known hazard. Slip and falls, inadequate security, and structural defects are common underlying causes.
- Defective products cause fatal injuries when a design flaw or manufacturing defect goes undetected until it's too late. Malfunctioning machinery and hazardous consumer goods are both common culprits.
Grief doesn't wait for a case to resolve, and neither do medical bills, funeral costs, or the loss of a family's primary income. Our Fort Worth wrongful death attorneys work to secure the compensation your family needs while you take the time you need to grieve.
frequently asked questions
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 214-484-0609 today!
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Generally, the surviving spouse, children, and parents of the deceased. If none of these family members files within three months of the death, the executor or administrator of the estate may file on their behalf.
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By showing that the responsible party had a duty of care, breached that duty, and caused the death through their actions or inactions, the same basic negligence framework used in other personal injury cases.
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Yes. A wrongful death claim can proceed independently of any criminal case, since the standard of proof and the purpose of each case are different. A criminal conviction isn't required to succeed in a civil wrongful death claim.
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A wrongful death claim compensates surviving family members for their own losses, such as lost financial support and companionship. A survival action, brought by the deceased's estate, instead recovers for what the deceased personally suffered before death, such as pain and suffering and medical expenses. Both claims can often be pursued together.
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Many wrongful death cases settle without a trial, but the possibility of litigation always exists. We aim for a fair settlement while preparing every case as if it will go to trial, so you're never negotiating from a position of weakness.
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