21-Year-Old Man Killed in Buna Bicycle Accident on US 96

Buna, Texas (June 10, 2020) – A 21-year-old male bicyclist was fatally hit by an RV Tuesday afternoon in Buna, according to troopers.

The accident occurred at about 3:30 p.m., June 9, on US 96.

DPS said a 2000 Motorhome RV was traveling southbound on the highway while the bicyclist was riding northbound on the southbound shoulder of the highway.

The bicyclist, for unknown reasons, rode into the path of the motorhome and was struck by the RV.

The bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has not been released.

The RV driver was uninjured in the crash.

An investigation into the crash is underway.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

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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