Denton, TX (March 8, 2022) – One person has lost their life as a result of a pedestrian crash in the Denton area. At around 4:20 a.m., on March 5, the police in Denton responded to a crash on Interstate 35.
Reports from the Denton Police Department show that a pedestrian was struck by at least two vehicles while traveling near Interstate 35 Eastbound by the exit for Buc-ee’s.
The pedestrian sustained fatal injuries as a result of the accident. Medical personnel responded to the scene to render aid to the victim. However, they were pronounced deceased on-site.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
We would like to offer our warmest condolences to the family of the pedestrian who has lost their life as a result of this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Texas
Every day, pedestrian accidents take place across our state. Quite often, they are caused by drivers who fail to use appropriate care while operating their vehicles. Being involved in a Texas pedestrian accident can be life-changing. Thousands of people are left with debilitating injuries that drastically impact nearly every aspect of their lives.
Although there are many treatment options available for victims, there is no guarantee that they will fully recover. Regrettably, many people end up losing their lives due to pedestrian accidents. Between 2019 and 2020, the number of pedestrian fatalities across the state of Texas increased by nearly 8.5%. This increase resulted in more than 700 people losing their lives in these often preventable accidents.
When victims lose their lives in accidents, they often leave behind grieving families who are forced to deal with overwhelming mental, emotional, and financial consequences. When pedestrians are killed in accidents, due to the negligence of others, families may have legal options available to help them move forward.
Seeking the assistance of a Denton wrongful death lawyer can help you get justice. A skilled legal team will review the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s accident and determine what options are available for you to move forward and get justice for your loved one.
Texas Wrongful Death Lawyers
Our Denton pedestrian accident lawyers at Wyatt Law Firm completely understand the grief and inconsolable heartache that your family is dealing with after losing a loved one. Though taking legal action against the at-fault party may be the last thing on your mind, pursuing a wrongful death claim can help your family get compensation to help cover various costs you face during the grieving process.
When it comes to helping families get justice after a loved one, we provide the most responsive and trusted representation for our clients to ensure they are in the best position possible to do so. Our team can meet with you at your earliest convenience to discuss the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s accident. We will gather evidence to ensure you have the strongest case imaginable.
If your loved one has lost their life in an accident, you must take legal action immediately. Contact our Texas personal injury lawyers any time to schedule a meeting with our team. Call 210-340-5550 any time to see how we can help you. We are available around the clock to take your call and discuss your case.
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