One Killed in Austin Pedestrian Accident on Interstate 35

Austin, Texas (May 12, 2021) – A person was fatally hit by a vehicle Tuesday night following a two-vehicle crash in north Austin, according to the police.

The deadly accident happened around 8:43 p.m., May 11, in the 12100 block of Interstate 35 frontage road near Braker Lane.

Police said two vehicles were involved in a minor collision. A person got out of one of the cars and was struck by a third vehicle as they were standing in the roadway.

The victim was killed in the crash. The victim’s identity has not been released.

The accident closed I-35 northbound frontage road between Bowery Trail and Yager Lane. The freeway has since been reopened.

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 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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