Teen Killed in North Harris County Electrocution Accident at Hotel Pool on North Freeway

Harris County, Texas (August 30, 2020) – A teenager was killed after being electrocuted at a hotel pool Saturday afternoon in north Harris County, according to deputies.

The accident happened on August 29, at a hotel in the 16500 block of the North Freeway.

Deputies said a juvenile removed a light in the pool and left bare wires there. 

The teen was swimming when he was electrocuted. He was rushed to the hospital where he later died. His name has not been released.

No further details regarding the accident were provided.

An investigation 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 requires 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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