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Why Trust Perdue & Kidd with Your Wrongful Death Claim?

A wrongful death attorney at our Houston-based firm knows how important it is to you and your family to not only recover financial and non-financial damages resulting from the loss of a loved one but to get answers to what went wrong as well. Jim Perdue, Jr. and Donald Kidd, co-founders of Perdue & Kidd, built our firm on the shared belief that doing things the right way is the only way to really serve a client. We have a state and national reputation for focused expertise and have become leaders in our field. Jim is board-certified in Medical Professional Liability Law and he and Donald have over 50 years combined experience in injury law. Together, they have built an excellent, dedicated team that is passionate about individualized representation and fierce advocacy for victims of wrongdoing and serious negligence.

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Medical Malpractice and Wrongful Death

Proving negligence when someone dies while at a hospital or under the care of a healthcare professional involves what is known as the “Four Ds of Medical Negligence”: Duty of Care, Deviation or Dereliction of Duty, Direct Cause, and Damages.  A wrongful death attorney with Perdue & Kidd knows exactly what to look for when negligence is suspected. We have helped individuals like you get answers to what happened and recover damages in cases involving:

  • Anesthesia Complications
  • Bacterial Infections
  • Fatal Birth Injuries
  • Fatal Brain Injuries
  • Misdiagnosis & Failure to Diagnose
  • Defective Medical Products
  • Dangerous Drugs
  • Pharmacy & Prescription Malpractice
  • Hospital Negligence
  • Nursing Home Negligence
  • Emergency Room Negligence
  • Medication Errors
  • Surgical Errors

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Who Can Pursue a Wrongful Death Claim?

Laws regarding what surviving loved ones or family can file a wrongful death claim can vary in different states. In Texas, the legal spouse, children, and/or parents of the deceased, or a representative recognized by law, can file a wrongful death claim. In general, there is a two-year statute of limitation for filing a claim for any type of negligence—including wrongful death. There are some special exceptions such as when the surviving child filing the claim is a minor or when the existence of negligence was not made known or discovered within the two-year period after the date of death.

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Don’t Face the Loss of a Loved One on Your Own Contact Perdue & Kidd Today

Schedule a time to meet with an experienced wrongful death lawyer who will treat you with the importance and respect you deserve. We know you are going through a lot and we may be able to relieve you of the burden of sorting out what happened and who is responsible so you can focus on healing from your loss.

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Consult with the Firm that wants to Get Justice for You

Nothing can replace the loss of a family member or other loved one but holding those responsible for the damages they caused can be very therapeutic—not to mention it may help prevent the negligence from devastating another family. It is also vital that you consult with a wrongful death attorney with us in order to protect yourself and your family from economic disasters caused by the loss. 

You may be able to recover damages and compensation for:

  • Hospital Bills
  • Medical Expenses
  • Loss of Income Contribution
  • Lost Wages while Dealing with the Loss
  • Loss of Companionship
  • Loss of Consortium
  • Pain and Suffering
  • Mental Anguish
  • And other damages

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