Steven Hill Killed in Austin Pedestrian Accident on Interstate 35

Austin, Texas (December 18, 2020) – The man who was killed in a hit-and-run crash earlier this month in north Austin has been identified as Steven Hill, 43, according to police.

The deadly accident happened just before 11:00 p.m., December 4, in the 11500 block of Interstate 35 Service Road near Braker Lane.

Police said Gerardo Barlow, 32, was driving a white 2017 Chevrolet Malibu in the outside lane of the interstate when he hit Hill, who was riding a scooter in the same lane.

Hill was pronounced dead at the scene.

Barlow fled the scene and was found at a nearby acquaintance’s home. He was arrested on a DWI charge.

An investigation is underway. Anyone with information about the accident is asked to call APD’s Vehicular Homicide Unit Detectives at (512) 974-4472.

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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