A Comprehensive Research Analysis of Wrongful Death Statistics, Settlements, Verdicts, and Economic Impact in the Lone Star State
2024-2025 Data & Analysis
Prepared by McKay Law
Sulphur Springs, Tyler & Dallas, Texas
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Wrongful death cases represent some of the most tragic and financially devastating events that can impact Texas families. This comprehensive white paper examines the current state of wrongful death personal injury claims in Texas, analyzing critical statistics, economic impact, legal trends, and outcomes for the 2024-2025 period.
Key Findings:
- Texas ranks among the top states nationally for wrongful death cases, with significant fatalities from traffic accidents, workplace incidents, and medical malpractice
- Average wrongful death settlements range from $500,000 to $1 million, with recent verdicts reaching as high as $72 million
- Fatal traffic crashes in Texas caused an estimated $164.9 billion in total societal harm in 2024, including $40.9 billion in direct economic costs
- Texas led the nation in workplace fatalities in 2024 with 58 deaths, highlighting critical safety concerns
- Motor vehicle accidents remain the leading cause of wrongful death in Texas, accounting for thousands of preventable fatalities annually
- Families have only 2 years from the date of death to file wrongful death claims in Texas, making immediate action critical
I. TEXAS WRONGFUL DEATH STATISTICS: NATIONAL RANKINGS
A. Traffic Fatalities: A National Crisis
Texas consistently ranks among the states with the highest number of traffic-related wrongful deaths in the United States. According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data for 2024, Texas recorded significant traffic fatalities despite recent improvements:
- 2024: Approximately 4,283 total traffic fatalities (down from 4,407 in 2022)
- First half of 2024: 1,997 fatalities (3.3% decrease from 2,065 in same period of 2023)
- First quarter 2025: 945 deaths (4.2% reduction compared to 2024)
- Fatality Rate: 1.34 deaths per 100 million vehicle miles traveled in 2024
- National Ranking: Texas had MORE traffic fatalities than any other state in 2022, surpassing even California
Despite recent declines, Texas traffic fatalities have increased 18% from 2014 to 2024, highlighting persistent safety challenges on Texas roadways.
B. Workplace Fatalities: Leading the Nation
Texas faces a severe workplace safety crisis, leading the nation in on-the-job deaths:
- 2024: 58 workplace fatalities (highest in the nation)
- California (2nd place): 54 workplace fatalities despite having a larger population
- Florida (3rd place): 40 workplace fatalities
- National Total: 5,283 fatal work injuries in 2023 (3.5 fatalities per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers)
- Texas is the most dangerous state for construction workers, with over 1,000 average fatalities in the construction industry
C. Medical Malpractice: A Growing Concern
Medical errors contribute significantly to wrongful death statistics in Texas:
- Texas ranked 2nd nationally for medical malpractice cases in 2023 with over 4,000 claims filed
- California led with 5,313 claims
- Over 250,000 deaths nationally are attributable to medical malpractice each year, representing approximately 9.5% of all deaths
- Medical malpractice is considered a leading cause of death in the United States
II. ECONOMIC IMPACT OF WRONGFUL DEATH IN TEXAS
A. Total Societal Cost
The economic burden of wrongful death in Texas is staggering, affecting not only families but also taxpayers and the broader economy:
- Fatal and serious traffic crashes in Texas in 2024 caused $164.9 billion in total societal harm
- $40.9 billion in direct economic costs
- $124 billion in quality-of-life costs
- Nationally, motor vehicle crashes cost the U.S. economy nearly $1.4 trillion in total societal harm in 2019 ($1.77 trillion adjusted for 2025 inflation)
- Direct economic costs nationally: $340 billion in 2019 ($429 billion adjusted for 2025 inflation)
B. Taxpayer Burden
Wrongful deaths create significant costs borne by taxpayers through various mechanisms:
- Emergency Response Costs: Fire, EMS, law enforcement, and air transport services funded by taxpayers
- Medical Treatment: Emergency room care, trauma center services, and ICU expenses often covered by Medicaid or uninsured
- Lost Tax Revenue: Decreased income tax, sales tax, and property tax collections due to loss of productive workers
- Social Services: Increased demand for survivor benefits, food assistance, housing assistance, and mental health services
- Legal System Costs: Court system expenses, public defenders, and government agency investigations
- Infrastructure Repair: Roadway repairs, guardrail replacement, and safety improvements following fatal accidents
C. Average Settlement and Verdict Amounts
Wrongful death compensation in Texas varies dramatically based on case-specific factors:
- National Average Settlement: $973,054 (across all wrongful death case types, 2019-2024)
- National Median Settlement: $294,728 (better represents typical outcomes for most families)
- Texas Typical Range: $500,000 to $1 million
- High-value cases: $10 million to $72 million+ for catastrophic circumstances
- Lower-value cases: $100,000 to $500,000 depending on circumstances and insurance coverage
III. LANDMARK WRONGFUL DEATH VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS IN TEXAS
A. Highest Wrongful Death Awards (2024-2025)
Recent high-profile cases demonstrate the substantial compensation available for wrongful death victims:
| Amount | Case Description | Date/Location |
|---|---|---|
| $72 Million | Frito-Lay workplace accident: Scissor lift collision at Irving manufacturing facility killed worker installing electrical lines | May 2024 Dallas County |
| $71.95 Million | Scissor lift accident at Frito-Lay warehouse: Man died when scissor lift collapsed due to collision with boom lift operated by untrained employee | May 2024 Dallas County |
| $37.5 Million | Distracted driving collision: Oncor Electric Delivery lineman crashed Ford F-150 service vehicle into disabled 18-wheeler on I-635 West, killing victim | April 2024 Dallas County |
| $17 Million | Mass shooting in Plano: Eight fatalities; survivor sued restaurant for failing to prevent perpetrator from leaving despite observing weapon (later overturned on appeal) | February 2024 Texas |
| $13 Million | Railroad crossing accident: Car carrying passengers struck by Union Pacific train at dual-track crossing | November 2023 Texas |
| $7 Million | Pedestrian struck in crosswalk with conscious pain and suffering before death | 2024 Settlement |
| $1.745 Million | Medical malpractice: Hospice patient transferred to psychiatric facility died after defendant failed to conduct proper medication reconciliation before administering morphine | December 2024 Texas |
B. Historic High-Value Verdicts
Texas has seen explosive growth in nuclear verdicts (awards exceeding $10 million) over the past eight years:
- Largest Award in Texas History: $7.375 billion handed down by Dallas County court in 2022 in single-plaintiff wrongful death case
- 25th Largest Award: $71.95 million from Dallas County court in 2024 construction workplace injury case
- Four verdicts have exceeded $500 million
- Twenty verdicts have exceeded $100 million
- In every case, non-economic damages (mental anguish and pain and suffering) constitute a meaningful percentage of the total award
IV. PRIMARY CAUSES OF WRONGFUL DEATH IN TEXAS
A. Motor Vehicle Accidents: The Leading Killer
Traffic accidents represent the single largest category of wrongful death in Texas, with several contributing factors:
1. Overall Traffic Fatality Statistics
- One person killed in Texas car accident every 2 hours and 29 minutes (2014 data)
- 4,283 total traffic fatalities in 2023
- Last day without traffic deaths in Texas: November 7, 2000
- Despite recent 8% decrease from 2021-2024, traffic deaths remain 18% higher than 2014 levels
- Fatality rate: 1.42 deaths per hundred million vehicle miles traveled (2014)
2. Contributing Factors in Fatal Crashes
- Speeding: Contributed to 28% of U.S. traffic fatalities in 2024; speeding-related deaths climbed 16% from 2019 to 2024
- Alcohol Involvement: Police-reported alcohol involved crashes increased 22% from 2019 to 2023
- Distracted Driving: Fatalities in distraction-affected crashes increased 5% from 2019 to 2023 (3,119 to 3,275 deaths)
- Lack of Seatbelt Use: Passenger vehicle occupants not wearing seatbelts killed increased 4% from 2019 to 2024
- Reckless Driving: Aggressive driving, road rage, and violation of traffic laws
3. High-Risk Groups and Locations
- Harris County accounts for over 10% of Texas vehicle fatalities
- Houston hit record 301 traffic deaths in 2024
- Interstate 10 continually ranks as one of the most dangerous highways in Texas
- Over half of traffic fatalities in 2022 occurred in rural areas
- Motor vehicles are one of the most common causes of death for those under age 40
4. Vulnerable Road Users
- Pedestrians: 486 pedestrians killed in Texas in 2014; nationally, pedestrian deaths increased 14% from 2019 to 2024 (6,205 to 7,046)
- Bicyclists: Bicyclist fatalities increased 31% nationally from 2019 to 2024 (846 to 1,110)
- Motorcyclists: 463 motorcyclists killed in Texas in 2014; 50% were not wearing helmets; nationally, 6,228 motorcyclist fatalities in 2024 (24% increase from 2019)
- Combined pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities accounted for 21% of all U.S. traffic deaths in 2024
B. Workplace Accidents: A Preventable Tragedy
Workplace fatalities in Texas remain a critical concern:
1. Industry-Specific Risks
- Construction: One in five fatal injuries reported at construction sites; most devastating year was 2021 with almost 10 deaths per year
- Transportation: Transportation-related workplace deaths accounted for largest share of fatalities in Texas
- Oil and Gas: Oilfield explosions, fires, and industrial accidents
- Manufacturing: Contact with objects and equipment
- Agriculture: Equipment accidents and exposure to hazardous conditions
2. Leading Causes of Workplace Death
- Falls: 189 deadly fall accidents investigated by OSHA in 2024 (down from 234 in 2023); falls remain leading cause of death in construction
- Trench Collapses: Worker deaths declined nearly 70% since 2022 (from 39 to 12 in 2024) following intensive enforcement
- Electrocution: Contact with electrical current
- Struck by Objects: Falling tools, materials, or equipment
- Machinery Accidents: Caught in or between equipment
3. National Workplace Fatality Trends
- Federal OSHA investigated 826 worker deaths in FY 2024 (11% reduction from 928 in FY 2023)
- This represents the lowest number since FY 2017 (excluding COVID deaths)
- 5,283 fatal work injuries nationally in 2023 (3.5 fatalities per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers)
- Worker deaths decreased from about 38 per day in 1970 to 15 per day in 2023
- More than one-third of workplace fatalities occurred among workers ages 55 and older
- Workers 65+ have 2.5 times the risk of dying on the job (8.7 per 100,000 workers)
C. Medical Malpractice: Preventable Medical Errors
Medical malpractice represents a significant category of wrongful death:
1. Scale of the Problem
- 250,000+ deaths annually attributable to medical malpractice (approximately 9.5% of all deaths)
- Medical malpractice ranks as a leading cause of death in the United States
- Texas had over 4,000 medical malpractice claims in 2023 (2nd highest nationally)
- Up to 15% of all medical interactions include an error
- About 12 million people experience diagnostic errors as outpatients each year
- One in five people report experiencing at least one case of malpractice in their lifetimes
2. Common Types of Fatal Medical Errors
- Surgical Errors: Wrong-site surgery, anesthesia mistakes, post-operative complications
- Diagnostic Errors: Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of cancer, infections, and vascular events (most commonly misdiagnosed conditions)
- Medication Errors: Insulin and Morphine are two most commonly cited medications in medication error claims
- Birth Injuries: Oxygen deprivation, delayed C-section, failure to monitor
- Emergency Room Negligence: Failure to treat, discharge errors
- Nursing Home Abuse/Neglect: Over 20% of Medicare patients report medical malpractice in nursing home facilities
3. Healthcare Provider Liability
- Surgeons are the physicians sued for malpractice most often
- 33% of malpractice-related adverse events take place in hospitals
- Over 96% of medical malpractice claims are resolved outside of court through settlement
- Largest medical malpractice verdict in 2023: $180 million
D. Other Significant Causes
1. Premises Liability
- Slip and fall accidents resulting in fatal head injuries
- Inadequate security leading to assaults or murders
- Swimming pool drownings
- Building fires and carbon monoxide poisoning
- Dog attacks and animal attacks
2. Defective Products
- Defective vehicle components causing crashes
- Dangerous pharmaceuticals and medical devices
- Defective power tools and equipment
- Unsafe consumer products
- Toxic products causing fatal illnesses
3. Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
- Physical abuse of vulnerable elderly residents
- Neglect leading to preventable deaths
- Medication errors in skilled nursing facilities
- Falls due to inadequate supervision
V. CRITICAL STEPS TO PRESERVE YOUR WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
When a loved one dies due to someone else’s negligence, immediate action is essential to protect your family’s legal rights and ensure maximum compensation.
A. Understanding Critical Deadlines
1. Texas Statute of Limitations
- Two-Year Deadline: Texas law provides only 2 years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit
- Not the date of injury, but the date of death determines when the clock starts
- Missing this deadline typically results in permanent loss of the right to compensation, regardless of case strength
- Survival actions also have a 2-year statute of limitations, but the clock starts on the date of injury or date injury was discovered
2. Shorter Deadlines for Government Claims
- Claims against government entities may require notice within 6 months
- Government claims include city, county, state agencies, public transportation, and public hospitals
- Damage caps apply: $250,000 per person/$500,000 per incident for state/municipal government
- Other government entities: $100,000 per person/$300,000 per incident
3. Why Immediate Action is Critical
- Evidence Disappears: Surveillance footage recorded over, accident scenes cleaned up, documents destroyed
- Witnesses Forget: Memories fade; immediate witness statements produce far better evidence
- Defense Gets Head Start: Insurance adjusters and defense attorneys investigate from day one
- Financial Pressure Mounts: Bills don’t stop when loved one dies; early case filing accelerates resolution
B. Immediate Actions at the Scene (If Applicable)
1. Document Everything
- Photographs: Take extensive photos of accident scene from multiple angles, lighting conditions, road conditions, traffic signs, skid marks, vehicle damage, safety equipment
- Video Recording: Capture video footage including ambient sounds, witness statements, and 360-degree scene documentation
- Physical Evidence: Preserve clothing, personal effects, defective products, or any items relevant to the incident
- Scene Measurements: Note distances, dimensions, and spatial relationships
2. Gather Witness Information
- Obtain names, phone numbers, email addresses, and physical addresses of all witnesses
- Record detailed witness statements while memories are fresh
- Identify anyone who may have dashcam or surveillance footage
- Note any witnesses who left before police arrived
C. Essential Documentation to Collect
1. Official Reports
- Police Reports: Obtain complete accident report including all supplements and diagrams
- Medical Examiner/Coroner Reports: Secure autopsy report, toxicology results, and cause of death determination
- Death Certificate: Multiple certified copies for various legal proceedings
- OSHA Reports: For workplace accidents, obtain all investigation reports and citations
- Incident Reports: Internal company reports, hospital incident reports, nursing home records
2. Medical Documentation
- Complete Medical Records: Emergency treatment, hospital stays, surgical reports, ICU notes, physician orders
- Medical Bills and Statements: All treatment costs, ambulance fees, air transport charges
- Pre-Existing Conditions: Medical history to establish baseline health status
- Prescription Records: Medication history and pharmacy records
3. Financial Records
- Employment Documentation: Pay stubs, W-2 forms, employment contracts, benefit statements
- Tax Returns: Last 3-5 years to establish earning history and trajectory
- Financial Statements: Bank statements, investment accounts, retirement plans
- Funeral Expenses: Detailed receipts for all funeral, burial, and memorial costs
- Loss of Benefits: Documentation of health insurance, pension plans, life insurance
D. What NOT to Do After a Wrongful Death
1. Communication Mistakes to Avoid
- DO NOT give recorded statements to insurance adjusters without attorney present
- DO NOT sign any documents, releases, or settlement offers without legal review
- DO NOT discuss the case on social media or in public forums
- DO NOT accept early settlement offers (typically far below fair value)
- DO NOT admit fault or apologize (can be used against your claim)
2. Evidence Preservation Mistakes
- DO NOT repair or dispose of damaged property or vehicles
- DO NOT allow accident scene to be altered before documentation
- DO NOT throw away any physical evidence, no matter how insignificant it seems
- DO NOT delete photos, videos, or electronic communications
E. When to Contact an Attorney
Contact a wrongful death attorney immediately—ideally within days of the incident.
Benefits of Early Legal Representation
- Evidence Preservation: Attorney can issue spoliation letters preventing destruction of critical evidence
- Investigation: Professional accident reconstruction, expert witness retention, comprehensive fact-finding
- Insurance Handling: Attorney deals with insurance adjusters, protecting you from tactics designed to minimize claims
- Deadline Management: Ensures all legal deadlines are met and rights are preserved
- Bill Collectors: Attorney can contact collectors to delay financial pressure during case
- Case Valuation: Professional assessment of full economic and non-economic damages
- No Upfront Costs: Most wrongful death attorneys work on contingency (no fees unless you win)
VI. UNDERSTANDING WRONGFUL DEATH DAMAGES IN TEXAS
A. Economic Damages (No Caps)
Texas law allows full recovery of all economic losses without limitation, including:
- Lost Income and Earning Capacity: Lifetime earnings deceased would have provided based on age, education, career trajectory, raises, bonuses, promotions
- Loss of Benefits: Health insurance, retirement contributions, pension plans, stock options
- Medical Expenses: All costs related to final injury or illness before death
- Funeral and Burial Costs: Funeral services, burial plot, casket, cremation, headstone, memorial
- Loss of Household Services: Value of childcare, home maintenance, cooking, transportation, financial management
- Loss of Inheritance: Wealth and assets deceased would have accumulated over lifetime
B. Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages compensate for intangible losses that don’t have specific monetary value:
- Mental Anguish and Emotional Suffering: Grief, depression, anxiety, emotional trauma
- Loss of Companionship and Consortium: Loss of love, affection, comfort, society, intimate relations (spouses)
- Loss of Parental Guidance: Nurturing, education, moral training, advice, counsel children lose
- Loss of Society: Relationship, companionship, protection deceased provided
Medical Malpractice Non-Economic Damage Caps
Texas limits non-economic damages in medical malpractice wrongful death cases:
- $250,000 per healthcare provider (maximum $250,000 total for all physicians)
- $250,000 per healthcare institution (maximum $500,000 total for all institutions)
- Absolute cap: $750,000 maximum non-economic damages per claimant
- These caps are NOT indexed for inflation
- Economic damages have NO cap in medical malpractice cases
C. Punitive (Exemplary) Damages
Punitive damages punish defendants for particularly egregious conduct:
When Punitive Damages Are Available
- Death resulted from willful act, omission, or gross negligence
- Defendant’s conduct was particularly reckless or malicious
- Defendant knowingly disregarded safety
- Examples: Drunk driving, intentional acts, extreme safety violations
Punitive Damage Caps
Texas limits punitive damages to the greater of:
- $200,000, OR
- 2x economic damages PLUS non-economic damages up to $750,000
Exceptions (No Cap): – Death caused while defendant committed a felony – Death caused by manufacture of methamphetamine
D. Survival Actions: Pre-Death Damages
Survival actions are separate from wrongful death claims and compensate for what the deceased suffered before death:
- Pre-Death Pain and Suffering: Physical pain and mental anguish deceased experienced between injury and death
- Medical Expenses: Treatment costs before death
- Lost Wages: Income deceased would have earned between injury and death
- Property Damage: Vehicle or other property damage
Key Differences: – Survival damages belong to the ESTATE, not individual family members – Damages are distributed according to will or Texas inheritance laws – Must be filed by estate executor or administrator – 2-year statute of limitations from date of INJURY (not death)
VII. WHO CAN FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM IN TEXAS
A. Eligible Claimants
Texas law strictly limits who can file wrongful death lawsuits:
Primary Claimants
- Surviving Spouse: The deceased’s husband or wife at time of death
- Children: All biological and legally adopted children
- Parents: If there is no surviving spouse or children
Filing Timeline and Requirements
- Spouse, children, or parents must file within 3 months of death, OR
- Estate’s personal representative/executor must file after 3 months if family members don’t
- Exception: Family can specifically request that no wrongful death lawsuit be filed
B. Who CANNOT File
The following relatives are barred from filing wrongful death claims in Texas:
- Siblings (brothers and sisters)
- Grandchildren
- Divorced spouses
- Aunts, uncles, cousins
- Domestic partners (unmarried)
- Stepchildren (unless legally adopted)
C. Multiple Claimants
When multiple family members have claims:
- All eligible family members can join as plaintiffs in single lawsuit
- One family member can file on behalf of all eligible relatives
- Damages divided among surviving family members
- Court considers relationship strength and impact when allocating compensation
VIII. CHOOSING THE RIGHT WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEY
Selecting an experienced wrongful death attorney is one of the most important decisions your family will make.
A. Essential Qualifications
1. Trial Experience
- Undefeated trial record demonstrates ability to win in courtroom
- Insurance companies settle for more when they know attorney will take case to trial and win
- Trial preparation creates leverage in settlement negotiations
- According to Insurance Research Council, families who hire lawyers recover settlements 3.5x higher on average
2. Proven Results
- Track record of multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements
- Demonstrated ability to secure maximum compensation
- Experience with cases similar to yours
- Willingness to invest firm resources in case development
3. Specialized Expertise
- Focus on wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases
- Understanding of complex economic damage calculations
- Network of expert witnesses (economists, accident reconstructionists, medical experts)
- Knowledge of applicable damage caps and legal nuances
B. Questions to Ask Potential Attorneys
- How many wrongful death cases have you handled?
- What is your trial experience and record?
- What were the results in your recent wrongful death cases?
- How will you investigate my case?
- What experts will you retain?
- What is your fee structure? (Most work on contingency)
- Will you personally handle my case or delegate to associates?
- How often will I receive case updates?
- What is the likely timeline for my case?
- Do you have client testimonials or references?
C. Warning Signs of Attorneys to Avoid
- Guarantees specific outcome or settlement amount
- Pressures you to settle quickly without full investigation
- Has never actually tried a case to verdict
- Handles too many cases to give yours personal attention
- Lacks specific wrongful death experience
- Poor communication or unavailability
- Negative online reviews or disciplinary history
IX. CONCLUSION
Wrongful death cases in Texas represent profound tragedies that devastate families emotionally and financially. This white paper has documented the sobering statistics, massive economic impact, and complex legal landscape surrounding wrongful death personal injury claims in the Lone Star State.
Key Takeaways:
- Texas faces a wrongful death crisis with thousands of preventable deaths annually from traffic accidents, workplace incidents, and medical errors
- The economic burden is staggering – $164.9 billion in societal harm from fatal crashes alone in 2024, with significant taxpayer costs
- Compensation varies dramatically from $100,000 to $72 million+ depending on case circumstances, with recent nuclear verdicts setting new records
- Time is critical – Texas’s 2-year statute of limitations means families must act immediately to preserve their rights
- Evidence preservation is essential – photographs, witnesses, documentation, and expert analysis determine case outcomes
- Legal representation matters – families with experienced wrongful death attorneys recover 3.5x more compensation on average
Moving Forward
While no amount of money can bring back a loved one or truly compensate for such devastating loss, wrongful death lawsuits serve three critical purposes:
- Accountability: Holding negligent parties responsible for their actions
- Prevention: Creating deterrence to prevent future deaths from same dangerous conduct
- Financial Security: Providing resources families need to rebuild their lives
Families who have lost loved ones to wrongful death deserve compassionate, aggressive legal representation that treats them like family while fighting relentlessly for maximum compensation.
ABOUT MCKAY LAW
McKay Law is an undefeated personal injury law firm serving East Texas families from offices in Sulphur Springs and Dallas. Our attorneys specialize in wrongful death, truck accidents, workplace accidents, and other catastrophic injury cases.
Our Commitment:
- Undefeated trial record – We have never lost a case in court
- Millions recovered for wrongful death victims and their families
- 340+ five-star Google reviews from clients who became like family
- Free consultations with no obligation
- No fees unless we win – contingency fee basis
- 24/7 availability to answer your questions
Areas We Serve:
McKay Law serves wrongful death victims throughout East Texas, including Hopkins County, Sulphur Springs, Dallas County, Hunt County, Delta County, Rains County, Wood County, Franklin County, Titus County, Camp County, and surrounding areas.
Contact Information:
Phone: 1-903-INJURED (Available 24/7)
Website: McKayLawTx.com
Offices: Sulphur Springs, Tyler and Dallas, Texas
If you have lost a loved one to wrongful death, contact McKay Law today for a free, confidential consultation. We’ll answer your questions, explain your rights, and help you understand your options. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
REFERENCES & METHODOLOGY
This white paper compiled data from authoritative sources including:
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) – Traffic fatality statistics and crash data
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) – Workplace fatality data and injury statistics
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) – Employment and workplace safety data
- Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) – State-specific traffic crash statistics
- Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code – Legal statutes and requirements
- TRIP National Transportation Research – Economic impact analysis
- Thomson Reuters and legal research organizations – Settlement and verdict data
- Top Verdict – Jury verdict and settlement reporting service
- Insurance Research Council – Attorney representation impact studies
- Medical malpractice databases and healthcare safety organizations
Data Period: This white paper primarily analyzes data from 2024-2025, with historical comparisons to 2014-2023 where relevant to show trends.Disclaimer: This white paper is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Every wrongful death case is unique, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. For advice about your particular situation, contact McKay Law for a free consultation.
