Losing a family member because of someone else's negligence is devastating. No amount of money replaces the person you lost - but a wrongful death claim holds the responsible party accountable and provides financial security for your family's future. Jose Robles Jr is a Fort Worth wrongful death attorney and Air Force combat veteran who fights for grieving families across Texas. We pursue every dollar your family is owed under the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 71. No fee unless we win.
When someone you love dies because of another person's negligence - a reckless driver on I-30, an 18-wheeler running a red light on I-35W, a dangerous property condition, or medical malpractice - the grief is overwhelming. And then the bills arrive. Funeral costs, lost income your family depended on, and a future that has been completely upended.
Insurance companies know you are hurting. They use that vulnerability to push fast, low settlements before you understand the full value of your claim. Joe Robles Jr does not let that happen.
As a decorated Air Force combat veteran who served four tours in the Middle East and competed on the All Air Force Boxing Team, Joe understands loss, sacrifice, and what it means to fight for something that matters. He brings military-grade preparation and relentless advocacy to every wrongful death case. We investigate the circumstances of the death, identify every liable party and insurance policy, calculate the full lifetime financial impact on your family, and fight for maximum compensation in the Tarrant County District Court or at the negotiation table.
Whether your loved one was killed in a crash on the Chisholm Trail Parkway, at a Fort Worth construction site, or due to negligent medical care, we handle the legal fight so your family can grieve and begin to heal.
We represent families across Fort Worth, Richardson, San Antonio, and the DFW Metroplex in all types of wrongful death claims:
No matter the circumstances, we investigate every angle to hold every responsible party accountable.
Wrongful death cases are among the most complex in personal injury law. The stakes are high, the evidence is critical, and the insurance companies fight hard. We build a case that demands full accountability.
Joe personally meets with your family, explains your legal rights under Texas wrongful death law, and answers every question - at no cost and zero obligation. Call (214) 444-3343.
We launch an immediate investigation. We obtain police and autopsy reports, secure surveillance and traffic camera footage, interview witnesses, and preserve critical evidence before it disappears. In truck accident cases, we subpoena driver logs, maintenance records, and black box data. For medical malpractice, we obtain the full medical file and consult independent physicians.
Wrongful death cases often involve multiple liable parties - the driver, the trucking company, a property owner, a manufacturer, and an employer. We identify all responsible parties and available insurance policies to maximize your family's total recovery.
We work with economists, life care planners, and vocational experts to calculate the full financial impact of your loved one's death - future lost earnings, loss of benefits, loss of household services, funeral and burial costs, and the intangible losses of companionship, guidance, and emotional support.
If the insurance company or defendant refuses to pay what your family deserves, we file suit in the Tarrant County District Court and take the case to trial. Joe's 95% success rate is the result of preparing every case for the courtroom from the very beginning.
You pay nothing unless we win.
Wrongful death settlements in Texas vary significantly based on the circumstances of the death, the victim's age and earning capacity, the number of surviving family members, and the degree of the defendant's negligence. Here are general ranges:
| Case Type | Typical Settlement Range | What Drives the Value |
|---|---|---|
| Elderly victim, limited income | $100,000 - $500,000 | Funeral costs, loss of companionship, medical bills |
| Working adult, single income | $500,000 - $1.5M | Lost future earnings, dependents, loss of consortium |
| Primary breadwinner with children | $750,000 - $3M+ | Decades of lost income, child-rearing costs, benefits |
| Young professional, high earning | $1M - $5M+ | Long projected earning timeline, career trajectory |
| Gross negligence or recklessness | Additional punitive damages | Drunk driving, willful safety violations, fraud |
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Contact us for a free evaluation of your specific case.
Texas wrongful death claims are governed by the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 71. Understanding the key provisions is critical to maximizing your recovery:
Who Can File: Under Section 71.004, only the surviving spouse, children, and parents of the deceased can bring a wrongful death action. If no claim is filed within three months of the death, the estate's personal representative may file on behalf of the statutory beneficiaries.
Survival Action: Texas also allows a separate survival action under Section 71.021, which recovers damages the deceased person would have been entitled to had they survived - including pain and suffering experienced before death, medical expenses, and lost wages from the date of injury to the date of death.
Modified Comparative Fault: Under Section 33.001, your family can recover damages as long as the deceased was less than 51% at fault for the incident. Even if the insurance company argues shared responsibility, we fight to minimize any fault allocation.
Punitive Damages: In cases involving gross negligence, malice, or fraud, Texas allows punitive damages under Section 41.003. These are capped at the greater of $200,000 or two times economic damages plus an amount equal to non-economic damages up to $750,000, but they send a powerful message and significantly increase the total recovery.
Statute of Limitations: You have two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit under Section 16.003. Missing this deadline eliminates your family's right to recover. We urge families to contact us as soon as possible - evidence preservation is critical in these cases.
Joe Robles Jr is not your typical personal injury lawyer. Before earning his J.D. from Texas A&M University School of Law, Joe served four combat tours in the Middle East with the United States Air Force and competed on the All Air Force Boxing Team. He understands sacrifice, loss, and what it means to fight for people who cannot fight for themselves.
We fight for full compensation - lost income, funeral costs, loss of companionship, and punitive damages. No fee unless we win.
We serve families throughout the DFW Metroplex, including Arlington, Dallas, Plano, Garland, Mesquite, and all of Tarrant County.
405 S. Jim Wright Fwy, Suite 160
Fort Worth, TX 76108
(214) 444-3343
300 N. Coit Rd, Suite 1525
Richardson, TX 75080
(214) 444-3343
6323 Sovereign Dr, Suite 220
San Antonio, TX 78108
(726) 241-2523