As the man was waiting outside his vehicle, he was hit by an oncoming motor vehicle. The victim suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. It is unknown if the driver remained at the scene.
The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. The identity of the deceased party has been withheld. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Pedestrian Accidents in Texas
Pedestrians are some of the most exposed users of the road, and for this reason, they are known to suffer life-changing injuries in the event of a crash. The number of deadly pedestrian accidents in the state of Texas has increased by nearly 29.6 percent in the past five years, according to data from the state’s Department of Transportation. In 2022 alone, there were 5,764 pedestrian accidents reported across the state, with 829 fatalities and 1,526 serious injuries resulting from these crashes. You need to be sure that you are ready to partner with a trained lawyer if you lose someone in a deadly pedestrian accident in Texas.
There are many reckless drivers on the road, and you can never be completely safe when sharing the roadway with another motorist. Pedestrians are known to suffer life-changing injuries and substantial damages that make life difficult. Many pedestrians are killed as a result of their injuries, and the damages can fall on the surviving family members. You need to be sure that you can take the necessary steps to pursue a wrongful death claim after losing someone due to the reckless actions of another driver. It can be hard to get the compensation you need on your own, so you need to be sure that you have a qualified lawyer on your side.
The legal team at Rasansky | McKenzie Law is here to help you during this difficult time if you have lost someone in a pedestrian crash. Pedestrians have rights, and many are unfairly killed in car crashes across the state each year. You may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim in order to get the compensation you are owed after a deadly collision. If you are ready to get started on your case, our wrongful death lawyers in Fort Worth Texas, are here to help. Give us a call today at 214-651-6100 to get started on your claim.