One Killed in Houston Pedestrian Accident on Sam Houston Parkway (Beltway 8)

Houston, Texas (April 10, 2021) – One person was killed Thursday night in a pedestrian accident in Houston, according to police.

The deadly accident happened around 11:20 p.m., April 8, in the 10500 block of West Sam Houston Parkway South service road (Beltway 8).

According to witnesses, the pedestrian ran into the street from some bushes and was struck by a black Jaguar XF that was traveling northbound on the service road.

The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Their identity has not been released.

The Jaguar driver, a 23-year-old man, remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.

The police are investigating the crash.

Who May Make a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas?

A wrongful death claim for a family member may be brought by spouses, children, or parents. The State of Texas also allows the estate of the deceased to bring a survival action to recover for past medical expenses and conscious pain and suffering, as well as other non-economic damages which the deceased may have suffered before death. Texas does not permit brothers, sisters, cousins, or grandparents to assert any claims for the death of a family member.

Wrongful death claims require an attorney who understands the complexity of the damages caused by a significant loss. The lawyer representing the client has the responsibility to hire the necessary experts to help prove the case. 

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