Can a fiancé sue for wrongful death?

There may be some narrow circumstances in which a fiancé who is serving as estate executor can bring a wrongful death action on behalf of the estate.

If no surviving children, spouse or parents step forward to make a wrongful death claim within three months of the individual’s death, then the person named in the will as executor may file a claim on behalf of the estate of the deceased. A fiancé may be named as executor or personal representative of an estate and have a right to file a wrongful death action under these limited circumstances.

A McAllen wrongful death lawyer at Herrman & Herrman can help you evaluate your legal standing to file a wrongful death lawsuit after a loved one’s accidental death. Call 361-882-4357 to set up a consultation with a knowledgeable McAllen wrongful death lawyer.