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Austin, TX · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Austin

A wrongful death claim lets certain family members recover damages when someone dies because of another person's negligence. Who can file, and for what, is set by each state's law.
Updated September 25, 202622 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top Austin wrongful death lawyers

This is the overall personal injury ranking for Austin. Confirm a firm handles wrongful death cases before you hire.

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    Joe Lopez Law: Austin Car Accident Attorney

    5.0194 Google reviews· Austin

    Google Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    1.5
    Score
    97.1/100
    Call (512) 580-9962Google Maps
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    Sandoval & James Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers Austin

    4.93K Google reviews· Austin

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    2.5
    Score
    91.3/100
    Call (512) 382-7707Google Maps
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    TK Injury Lawyers: Austin Personal Injury Lawyer

    5.0231 Google reviews· Austin

    Google Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    4.5
    Score
    89.8/100
    Call (737) 260-7531Google Maps
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    Lorenz & Lorenz PLLC

    4.81.3K Google reviews· Austin

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    2.0
    Score
    87.9/100
    Call (512) 477-7333Google Maps
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    FVF Law Firm - Injury & Wrongful Death Lawyers - Austin

    4.9339 Google reviews· Austin

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    4.5
    Score
    86.3/100
    Call (512) 982-9328Google Maps
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    McMinn Law Firm: Austin Personal Injury & Car Accident Lawyers

    4.9365 Google reviews· Austin

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    82.5/100
    Call (512) 812-8918Google Maps
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    Anderson Injury Lawyers Austin

    5.0208 Google reviews· Austin

    Google Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #10 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    8.5
    Score
    79.7/100
    Call (512) 710-2766Google Maps
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    Ramos James Law, PLLC

    4.9248 Google reviews· Austin

    Google Maps position: #8 for "personal injury attorney", #7 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.5
    Score
    78.8/100
    Call (512) 881-8260Google Maps
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    Herrman & Herrman, P.L.L.C

    4.9951 Google reviews· Austin

    Google Maps position: #9 for "personal injury attorney", #8 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    8.5
    Score
    76.3/100
    Call (737) 209-7277Google Maps
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    The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC

    4.9135 Google reviews· Austin

    Google Maps position: #10 for "personal injury attorney", #11 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    10.5
    Score
    71.3/100
    Call (512) 326-3200Google Maps

Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank

Know this

What makes wrongful death cases different

  • 1

    Only certain relatives or the estate's representative can file, depending on state law.

  • 2

    Filing deadlines for wrongful death can differ from ordinary injury deadlines.

  • 3

    Damages can include lost financial support, funeral costs and loss of companionship.

Checklist

Evidence to save now

  • Death certificate
  • Police, accident or incident reports
  • Medical records from the final injury or illness
  • Proof of income and financial support
  • Funeral and burial bills

Before you sign

Questions to ask a lawyer

  1. 1.Who in our family has the right to file in this state?
  2. 2.How do you handle a wrongful death claim alongside the estate?
  3. 3.What is your contingency fee and how are costs handled?
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Texas

Rules that affect your claim

Filing deadline

2 years

For most injury claims (Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003).

Fault rule

Modified comparative fault (51% bar)

You can recover as long as you were not more than 50% at fault, and your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 33.001)

Car insurance

At-fault (tort) state

The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

Pending attorney review. General information, not legal advice. Deadlines can be shorter for claims against government agencies and for some case types.

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FAQ

Common questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Texas?

In most cases, 2 years from the date of the injury (Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003). Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.

What if I was partly at fault for my injury in Texas?

You can recover as long as you were not more than 50% at fault, and your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 33.001)

Is Texas a no-fault car insurance state?

Texas is an at-fault (tort) state. The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

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