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30 Years Combined Experience
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1846+ Satisfied Clients
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500+ Successful Lawsuits
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May 4, 2026 | Teen Passenger Dies; Driver Arrested After Suspected DUI Hit-and-Run on I-880 in San Leandro
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May 4, 2026 | San Diego Lake Murray Crash on Navajo Road Claims Life of 14-Year-Old, Pedestrian Injured
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24/7 Free Consultation
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30 Years Combined Experience
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1846+ Satisfied Clients
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500+ Successful Lawsuits
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May 4, 2026 | Teen Passenger Dies; Driver Arrested After Suspected DUI Hit-and-Run on I-880 in San Leandro
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May 4, 2026 | San Diego Lake Murray Crash on Navajo Road Claims Life of 14-Year-Old, Pedestrian Injured
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Award-Winning Dallas, TX Wrongful Death Lawyers
Hire the Smart Suits for Your Lawsuits
Losing someone you love because of another party’s negligence is a wound that no settlement check can close. At GoSuits, we walk alongside Dallas families who are trying to make sense of a sudden death caused by a careless driver, an unsafe worksite, a defective product, or a commercial vehicle that should never have been on I-35E or the Dallas North Tollway in the first place. We handle the paperwork, the insurance carriers, and the courtroom strategy as part of our full Dallas personal injury team, so you can focus on your family and your grief.
Texas wrongful death law gives surviving spouses, children, and parents a path to recover the financial and emotional losses caused by a preventable death. Our role is to translate that statute into a real recovery: lost future earnings, loss of companionship, mental anguish, funeral and burial costs, and where the conduct was grossly negligent, exemplary damages. Available 24/7 with bilingual intake, we serve families from Downtown and Deep Ellum to Oak Cliff, Bishop Arts, and Lake Highlands.
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Premises Liability
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$4,800,000
Truck Accident
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Truck Accident
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Truck Accident
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Premises Liability
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$350,000
Car Accident
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Prior Wrongful Death Cases Litigated in Dallas, Texas
Other Personal Injury
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Favorable to Plaintiff
Nanette Starnes V. Cocacola Southwest Beverages, Llc Et Al
Other Personal Injury
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Favorable to Plaintiff
Dorenna Brown V. Walmart Stores, Inc. Et Al
Other Personal Injury
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Favorable to Plaintiff
Helen Alvarez V. Pep Boys-manny, Moe & Jack Of Delaware, Llc Et Al
Premises Liability
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Favorable to Plaintiff
Dallas Flath Glass Distributors, Inc.
Damages
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Favorable to Plaintiff
Ladymon, Blane
Property Work Place Injury At Factory
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Favorable to Plaintiff
Stephen Hale Vs. Johnson County Pipe Inc
Work Place Injury
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Favorable to Plaintiff
Gehan Homes Ltd
Other Personal Injury
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Favorable to Plaintiff
Hamid Haghiri V. Family Dollar Stores Of Texas, Llc, Et Al
Other Personal Injury
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Favorable to Plaintiff
Sena Yao Ayatey Vs. Wildernest Logistics Solutions, Inc.
Other Personal Injury
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Favorable to Plaintiff
Michael Courade Vs. Pei Wei Asian Diner, Llc, Et Al
Awards & Recognition
Awards don't settle cases, preparation, persistence, and the people behind the work do. Still, we're proud of the recognition we've earned over the years. Each one ties back to a real client who trusted us during one of the hardest moments of their life, and a case we treated like our own.
Reviews And Testimonials
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Lucy Hess
these are the best attorneys for car accidents 🙌
sima zadeh
Shawn Hashemi and the GoSuits team went above and beyond, and I’m so thankful for their dedication and support. This was my first time ever needing a lawyer after my car accident, and I wasn’t…
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Christina Allen
They were the nicest law firm that I have ever dealt with in my experience of having lawyers. They help me in ways that I can never imagine that they help me and I am…
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Carlos ruiz
Excellence!
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G Phan
We cannot thank Sean and the Go Suits team enough for their exceptional work in representing us after my husband’s car accident. We never thought we would ever need a lawyer as we assumed insurance…
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Adrian Childs
If you ever need any help with any accident or you ever have any injuries Mr. Chalaki and his team will keep you in great hands. Mrs. Moussavi is hands down the best attorney I've…
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Vinícius Guedes
The bottom line is if you want a hard-working, knowledgeable, empathetic, and supportive lawyer then look no further than Sean chalaki
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Mahsa Eshaghi
They changed my life god blessed them
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meghan
I had a wonderful, hassle-free experience with Chalaki. I was in a car accident and was not at fault- if you’re ever in that situation, I cannot recommend this team enough. So professional, kind, and…
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Tin Santos
The lawyers at GoSuits Carrolton took the time to explain every detail about personal injury cases. I feel more confident and informed.
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Grace Dimatera
Respectful and compassionate team of lawyers
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Shaina Reynaldo
Incredibly talented and competent team of attorneys. Easy and seamless to work with
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Linda Acuña
Although my process seem like it was going to be hard, they made sure everything went smoothly. They were all really helpful and kind, I'm happy in how things turn out and would totally recommend…
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Bianca Roma de Leon
Excellent service and very attentive team of personal injury lawyers!
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Fire burned
Your service is very good.It is a trusted business.
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Dorenna Brown
I would like to thank Sean Chalaki and Andrea for understanding me and explaining everything to me with my personal injury case. You helped me financially, mentally and physically. Thank you
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Miguel Torres
Such great lawyers, great to work with.
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Dottie Frank
After my car accident, I was in a lot of pain, without a car and struggling to figure out what to do next. These amazing lawyers took care of me every step of the way.…
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Akira x
Sean and everyone I dealt with at GoSuits were awesome to deal with, fought for the best settlement, we are very happy. Thank you.
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Emad Habib
My case was resolved and taken care of it with the greatest attorney. I always feel like I’m the special customer and my case closed successfully with the insurance. I am so happy about the…
Why choose GoSuits as your Dallas wrongful death lawyer?
At GoSuits, our Dallas wrongful death attorneys combine seasoned legal experience with advanced legal technology to deliver faster, smarter results. We’ve developed proprietary machine learning tools that automate case workflows, improve consistency, and keep your case moving without the delays typical in traditional firms. We’re built for clients who want a modern, transparent personal-injury firm: tech-enabled case workflows, 24/7 bilingual intake, direct attorney access, and a trial team that tries cases to verdict in Dallas County District Court when an insurer won’t settle fairly.
Members of our team are recognized by groups including TopVerdict, National Trial Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and Best Lawyers. That recognition reflects work done in courtrooms, not marketing budgets. But tech and credentials are only part of the story. We give every family:
- Direct access to their attorney, not a case manager screen
- Real-time visibility into case progress, documents, and offers
- Personalized legal care, never a one-size-fits-all approach
As trusted Dallas wrongful death lawyers, we serve families across North Texas in cases involving fatal car and Dallas truck accident crashes on I-635 and US-75, fatal Dallas motorcycle accident collisions, fatal worksite incidents handled by our Dallas construction accident attorneys, defective-product deaths, rideshare fatalities, and unsafe-premises deaths.
We’re more than trial lawyers. We’re educators and community advocates in North Texas. Our team regularly publishes helpful legal content about road safety, your rights after a fatal accident, and updates to Texas’s civil practice and remedies code.
At GoSuits, we’re not just working harder, we’re working smarter, for the families who count on us.
30+ Years of Combined Experience
We have litigated thousands of injury and wrongful death cases and stood beside grieving families during the most painful chapters of their lives. That experience helps us move quickly and confidently on your behalf as your Dallas wrongful death attorney, especially when evidence (like commercial driver logs, surveillance footage, and worksite records) can disappear within days.
No Fees Unless You Win *
You will not owe us anything unless we recover compensation for your family. That means you can focus on funeral arrangements, your children, and your own healing, not legal bills, knowing your Dallas wrongful death lawyer is results-driven.
No Hidden Administrative Fees
Unlike some other firms that tack on unexpected administrative costs, we believe in complete honesty. Our pricing is fully transparent with no hidden fees, no surprise costs, and no fine print to worry about when working with a wrongful death lawyer in Dallas, TX. No Win, No Fee Policy
Fast Response Time and 24/7 Availability
We are available 24/7, with immediate free consultation at any time. We provide multilingual customer service in many languages with 24/7 Spanish and Farsi speakers available. Whether you contact us during business hours or late at night, our intake team will follow up quickly, often within minutes, ready to gather your information and guide you to the right next step with a Dallas wrongful death attorney.
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Call Our LawyerOur commitment to Dallas through events and outreach
At GoSuits, being a Dallas wrongful death law firm means more than filing pleadings. It means investing in the safety, knowledge, and well-being of the community we serve. From free legal education events for grieving families to safe-driving campaigns and donation drives for local nonprofits supporting widows and children, we are committed to making a meaningful difference across Dallas County and the broader DFW region.
We believe that community trust starts with presence and purpose. Our team regularly participates in public awareness work on topics like distracted driving, commercial-vehicle safety, and your legal rights after a fatal incident. Whether we’re helping a family understand their options after a crash on I-635 or supporting neighborhood outreach in Oak Cliff, Bishop Arts, and Lake Highlands, we try to be both a legal resource and a local ally.
With the Dallas metro’s growth, the heavy traffic on corridors like I-35E, US-75, I-635 (LBJ Freeway), and the Dallas North Tollway, and the constant construction in Downtown and Deep Ellum, we know how important it is to stay involved in initiatives that support safety and preparedness. We’re proud to give back to the community that gives us purpose, and we treat every case with the care our neighbors deserve.
Dallas wrongful death law firm practice areas
How can I find a reliable wrongful death attorney near me?
What should I bring to my first meeting with a Dallas wrongful death lawyer?
Bring whatever you have, even if the file is incomplete. Helpful items include the death certificate, the Texas Peace Officer's Crash Report (CR-3) or Dallas Police Department incident report, any 911 call reference numbers, the medical examiner's report if released, hospital and ER records, the decedent's recent pay stubs or tax returns to show economic contribution, photos from the scene, names and contact details for witnesses, and any correspondence from insurance carriers. If a will or trust exists, bring a copy. We will sign you up for free and start preserving evidence the same day.
How to evaluate a wrongful death attorney in Dallas?
Evidence collection
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Police and incident reports.
The Texas Peace Officer's Crash Report (CR-3) from TxDOT's CRIS system, Dallas Police Department incident reports, and 911 audio recordings form the spine of liability proof.
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Medical examiner and autopsy records.
The Dallas County Medical Examiner's report establishes cause of death and timing, which matters for survival action damages.
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Hospital and ER records.
Records from Parkland, Baylor University Medical Center, Methodist Dallas, and Medical City Dallas document treatment, conscious pain and suffering, and final medical expenses.
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Witness statements.
Names, contact details, and recorded accounts taken before memories fade or witnesses move.
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Surveillance and dashcam footage.
Business security video, traffic camera footage, doorbell cameras, and trucking-fleet dashcam files, requested in writing before retention windows expire.
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Trucking and commercial-fleet records.
Electronic control module downloads, driver hours-of-service logs under 49 CFR Part 395, dispatch records, and maintenance files.
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Economic records.
Pay stubs, W-2s, tax returns, and employment files used to project lost earnings over the decedent's expected work-life.
Strong evidence collected in the first weeks is what separates a case that settles fairly from one an insurer tries to lowball into the ground.
Types of compensation a wrongful death lawyer in Dallas pursues
Dallas TX wrongful death lawsuit steps and processes
Collect all available evidence after a fatal accident
Strong wrongful death cases in Dallas begin with detailed evidence collection, and the window is shorter than most families realize. Our GoSuits attorneys gather the Texas Peace Officer’s Crash Report (CR-3), Dallas Police Department incident reports, medical examiner records, ER and trauma records from hospitals like Parkland and Baylor, any available surveillance or dashcam footage, and 911 audio. For trucking cases, we move within days to preserve electronic control module data, driver logs, dispatch records, and maintenance files before they’re overwritten.
Write a demand letter to the insurance company
Once the documentation is in place, we prepare a comprehensive demand letter to the at-fault party’s insurance carrier or counsel. The letter lays out the liability picture, the decedent’s economic losses, the family’s noneconomic losses, and where appropriate, the basis for exemplary damages under Chapter 41. Our Dallas wrongful death attorneys make sure no statutory category of loss is overlooked. The demand opens negotiations and signals that your family is prepared to litigate if needed.
Negotiate a settlement with the insurance adjuster
If the carrier engages, we begin negotiation. Our Dallas wrongful death lawyers rely on the evidence record, forensic economic projections, and life-care planner analyses to push for the full value. We handle all communications with insurers, shielding your family from recorded statements, lowball offers, and tactics designed to minimize statutory damages. If a fair resolution isn’t possible, we move to litigation.
File a wrongful death lawsuit in Dallas County
When carriers refuse fair compensation, filing suit in Dallas County District Court adds leverage and opens the discovery process. Texas Rules of Civil Procedure govern the pleading requirements. GoSuits handles every filing, deadline, and procedural step, including coordination with probate when survival-action claims are involved, so your family can stay focused on grieving while we move the case forward.
Begin the discovery process in a lawsuit
Discovery is where wrongful death cases are often won or lost. We serve interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission. We take depositions of defendant drivers, corporate representatives, safety directors, and witnesses. Discovery often surfaces the documents that confirm gross negligence (skipped maintenance, falsified logs, ignored safety warnings) that supports the exemplary damages claim.
Mediate the case before trial
Most Dallas County District Court judges require mediation before trial. A neutral mediator helps both sides explore settlement. Your GoSuits attorney presents the family’s case clearly, often with a settlement video that humanizes the decedent for the defense and the insurer’s representatives. Mediation can resolve cases without the time and emotional cost of trial, but we never recommend accepting an unfair offer.
Go to trial in a Dallas wrongful death case
If mediation fails, your case proceeds to trial. We present medical examiner testimony, qualified opinions on economics and life care, accident reconstruction, and (where it serves the case) family members who can speak to who the decedent was. Dallas County juries can deliver meaningful verdicts when the evidence is presented honestly and the human loss is fully documented.
Finalize a wrongful death settlement
A settlement may occur at any stage. When it happens, we coordinate the allocation among statutory beneficiaries (spouse, children, parents) under Chapter 71, confirm that all medical and hospital liens have been negotiated down, handle any probate-court approval required for minor beneficiaries’ shares, and structure payment in a way that protects long-term family interests. Every detail is reviewed to protect your family’s financial future.
Appeal a wrongful death verdict in Dallas
If a jury rules against your family and we believe a legal or evidentiary error affected the outcome, GoSuits can file an appeal to the appropriate Texas Court of Appeals. We identify the error, file appellate briefs, and present legal arguments. A successful appeal may produce a new trial, a corrected judgment, or a reversal. Our team is prepared to keep fighting if the trial result falls short.
Get to know our Dallas TX wrongful death lawyers
It's time we do things the SMART way rather than the hard way
“Hire the Smart Suits for Your Lawsuits”
Sean Chalaki
PRINCIPAL / FOUNDER
TX & CA LITIGATION ATTORNEY
Texas State Bar No. 24072032
CA State Bar No. 361185
- Texas Super Lawyers: Rising Star 2016
- Law Firm of the Month by Attorney at Law Magazine 2016
- Top 40 under 40 Trial Attorney by The National Trial Lawyers (2015, 2016)
- Board Member Texas Trial Lawyers Association
- Dallas Trial Lawyers Association
- Rollerson vs. Walbon & Company Inc., D&D Trailer Company (2017)
Yasamin Moussavi
PRINCIPAL
TX & NY LITIGATION ATTORNEY
Texas State Bar No. 24128646
New York State Bar No. 5618822
- Licensed Attorney with State Bar of Texas
- Licensed Attorney with State Bar of New York
- Licensed Attorney in Federal and District Court
- South Australian Bar Association
- State Bar of TexasU.S. Federal District Court for Northern District of Texas
- U.S. Federal District Court for Eastern District of Texas
- U.S. Federal District Court for Southern District of Texas
- U.S. Federal District Court for Western District of Texas
Abbas Harati
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
TX & CA LITIGATION ATTORNEY
Texas State Bar No. 24146408
CA State Bar No. 353138
- Admitted to the State Bar of CA
- Certified Mediator in the State of Texas
- Member of the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association
- Member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
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