19-Year-Old Man Killed in San Marcos Pedestrian Accident on Interstate 35

San Marcos, Texas (January 4, 2021) – A 19-year-old man was fatally hit by an 18-wheeler Thursday night in San Marcos, according to police.

The deadly accident happened around 11:40 p.m., December 31, on Interstate 35 in the area of Exit 206 northbound TX-82 Loop and Aquarena Springs Drive.

Police said the man ran onto the interstate and was struck by an 18-wheeler.

The man was taken to the hospital where he died on January 1.

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 requires 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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