Statute of Limitations

In Texas, the statute of limitations for filing a wrongful death lawsuit is generally two years from the date of the deceased person's death. This means that you have two years from the date your loved one passed away to initiate legal action against the responsible party.

However, there are certain exceptions that can potentially extend or toll (pause) the statute of limitations, such as:

• Discovery Rule: If the cause of death was not immediately apparent and was discovered later, the statute of limitations may begin from the date the cause of death was discovered or reasonably should have been discovered.
• Minors: If the beneficiaries of the wrongful death claim are minors, the statute of limitations may be tolled until they reach the age of 18.
• Fraud or Concealment: If the defendant engaged in fraudulent behavior or concealed their wrongful actions, the statute of limitations may be extended.

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