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Dallas, TX · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Dallas

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, 202624 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top Dallas wrongful death lawyers

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

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    Thompson Law

    4.92K Google reviews· Dallas

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

    Avg. map position
    1.0
    Score
    94.9/100
    Call (214) 919-5860Google Maps
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    DFW Injury Lawyers

    4.91K Google reviews· Dallas

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

    Avg. map position
    2.0
    Score
    92.4/100
    Call (214) 296-9602Google Maps
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    Anderson Injury Lawyers Dallas

    4.9509 Google reviews· Dallas

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    5.0
    Score
    84.8/100
    Call (214) 935-9650Google Maps
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    Jay Murray Car Accident and Truck Accident Lawyers

    4.9317 Google reviews· Dallas

    Google Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    5.5
    Score
    83.4/100
    Call (214) 382-0479Google Maps
  5. 5
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    Mullen & Mullen Law Firm

    4.9515 Google reviews· Dallas

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #9 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    82.3/100
    Call (214) 747-5240Google Maps
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    Herrman & Herrman P.L.L.C.

    5.0670 Google reviews· Dallas

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #11 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    8.5
    Score
    80.4/100
    Call (469) 699-8775Google Maps
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    Shamieh Law - Accident & Injury Lawyers

    5.0654 Google reviews· Dallas

    Google Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #12 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    8.5
    Score
    80.4/100
    Call (469) 342-4437Google Maps
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    Montgomery Law

    4.7947 Google reviews· Dallas

    Google Maps position: #8 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    5.5
    Score
    74.6/100
    Call (214) 720-6090Google Maps
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    Benton Accident & Injury Lawyers Dallas

    4.9306 Google reviews· Dallas

    Google Maps position: #9 for "personal injury attorney", #10 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    9.5
    Score
    73.4/100
    Call (214) 367-6833Google Maps
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    Aulsbrook Car & Truck Wreck Injury Lawyers Dallas

    5.0209 Google reviews· Dallas

    Google Maps position: not in top 20 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    13.0
    Score
    67.9/100
    Call (972) 962-9878Google 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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