20-Year-Old Enrique Hernandez Killed in Austin Pedestrian Accident on Decker Lane

Austin, Texas (April 25, 2020) – The man who was killed last week Monday in a hit-and-run accident in Travis County has been identified as Enrique Hernandez, 20, of Austin, according to the Travis County Sheriff’s Office.

The accident happened on April 13, on Decker Lane (FM 3177).

Deputies said Hernandez was struck by an unknown vehicle that was traveling down the road.

The force of the impact caused Hernandez to fall off the roadway into a ditch.

Hernandez was declared dead at the scene.

The vehicle fled the scene after the accident. It didn’t leave any debris or skid marks behind.

An investigation is underway.

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

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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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