54-Year-Old Man Killed in New Braunfels Pedestrian Accident on Interstate 35 at Highway 46

New Braunfels, Texas (September 12, 2021) – According to the police, a 54-year-old Dale man was killed Saturday morning in a hit-and-run accident in New Braunfels.

The deadly accident happened around 8:30 a.m., September 11, in the 1000 block of Interstate 35 North at Highway 46.

Police said the man had pulled his 18-wheeler over onto the shoulder of the highway and was standing near the back left corner of the trailer.

The driver of a four-door Dodge Neon was driving northbound when they swerved to avoid the tractor-trailer but ended up hitting the man and crashing into the rear of the tractor-trailer.

The man was killed in the crash. His name has not been released.

The Neon fled the scene after the accident, and the authorities are looking for it. It has significant damage to the rear of the passenger’s side.

An investigation is underway. The police are asking anyone with information about the car or its driver to call 9-1-1 or the New Braunfels Police Department at 830-221-4100.

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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