Wrongful Death Lawyer in Houston

Mississippi's wrongful death statute defines who may bring the claim and how any recovery is shared. We handle those questions early so the case is not derailed later.

Houston is one of two Chickasaw County judicial seats. If you live or were injured in Houston, your matter will likely be handled in Chickasaw County, and our office appears there regularly.

What we do for Houston clients

• Statutory beneficiary determination
• Estate opening and representation
• Vehicle, workplace, and premises fatalities
• Nursing home and care facility neglect

Questions we hear

Who can file a wrongful death claim?

Mississippi law sets an order of statutory beneficiaries, starting with the spouse, children, and parents. One action covers all of them.

What can be recovered?

Recovery can include funeral costs, lost financial support, and the loss of the relationship, along with any conscious pain and suffering before death.