In a quick succession of separate weekend crashes, the deaths of four pedestrians have devastated the victim's loved ones and Houston's walking and biking communities.
The string of late-September fatal pedestrian accidents underscores the need for roadway improvements that make streets safe for all users. It also serves as a tragic reminder that reckless drivers must answer for their negligence. Here are the circumstances of recent fatal collisions, according to the Houston Chronicle:
After a pedestrian accident, victims and their loved ones deserve justice and compensation for their losses. But they often don't know what steps to take.
Here are some basic steps to take if you or someone you love is hit by a car as a pedestrian.
The Houston metro area ranks as one of the most dangerous for pedestrians in the U.S. Since January, 74 pedestrians have been killed in the city.
If you were hit by a motor vehicle, here's what you can do:
It is difficult to think about money and bills when you are grieving. But expenses can quickly add up after an accident. Typically, you file a wrongful death lawsuit to receive compensation for things like burial costs, lost household income, and mental anguish.
In Texas, the deceased's spouse, children, or parents are typically the people who may bring a wrongful death claim. However, if the family does not take action within a given timeframe, the executor of the deceased's estate may do so with the family's permission.
Contact our firm to learn more about legal deadlines and how to take action for your deceased loved one.
Even though it might be obvious who was at fault in your pedestrian accident, you should speak with a lawyer as soon as possible. Reckless drivers usually deny being at fault for another person's serious injuries or death, and insurance companies are financially motivated to pay victims as little money as possible.
One of the most effective things you can do after getting hit by a car is to contact Tracey Fox King & Walters for a free case evaluation. Our Texas pedestrian accident attorneys have a track record of successfully handling injury claims and wrongful death lawsuits in Harris County and throughout the state.
To learn more about how our law firm can help with your potential legal case, contact us today.