Juan Jose Hernandez Jr., Killed in Jefferson County Pedestrian Accident on Interstate 10

Jefferson County, Texas (October 1, 2020) – According to officials, a man was killed Tuesday night in a hit-and-run crash in Jefferson County, six miles west of Beaumont.

The deadly accident was reported around 9:45 p.m., September 29, on Interstate 10, near mile marker 839.

According to a preliminary investigation, 41-year-old Juan Jose Hernandez Jr., of Port Neches, was walking eastbound on the shoulder of the freeway when he was struck by a car.

The car fled the scene after the accident.

Hernandez was pronounced dead at the scene.

The authorities are looking for the hit-and-run driver.

The DPS is investigating the crash. Anyone with information about the suspect is asked to call DPS Communications anytime at 936-699-7340.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Juan Jose Hernandez Jr.

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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