San Antonio, TX (July 9, 2022) – Authorities were dispatched to the scene of a motor vehicle accident on Thursday evening that claimed one man’s life. At around 10 p.m., on July 7, emergency crews were dispatched to the scene of a crash on Saunders Avenue.
Reports provided by the San Antonio Police Department show that a male was riding a bicycle in the area of Saunders Avenue and South Rosillo Street. For unknown reasons, the man was struck by a vehicle that ran a stop sign at the intersection.
The bicyclist was rushed to University Hospital for the treatment of significant injuries. Authorities confirm that the man passed away after arriving.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
We would like to offer our warmest condolences to the family of the victim who lost their life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Auto Accidents in Texas
Motor vehicle accidents in the state of Texas take the lives of hundreds of pedestrians every year. Many victims are using bicycles at the time of their accidents. Bicyclists are at a great disadvantage during crashes due to the fact that they are nearly unprotected. As a result, we see many pedestrians lose their lives in accidents due to drivers who engage in reckless and negligent actions.
When drivers are speeding, impaired by drugs or alcohol, or distracted while behind the wheel, they place the lives of innocent people sharing the road at risk. Unfortunately, losing a loved one can be incredibly challenging for families to deal with. Many families face towering financial consequences related to lost earnings, funeral arrangement fees, and more. For this reason, it is important that families reach out to a wrongful death lawyer in San Antonio right away. Families may have legal options available to help them secure the financial compensation they need and deserve moving forward.
Our San Antonio bicycle accident lawyers at Wyatt Law Firm are deeply committed to providing the most fearless and knowledgeable representation for every client we work with. Our team will fight diligently to ensure you are able to secure the maximum amount of financial compensation available to cover the damages that your family faces as a result of your loved one’s fatal accident. Our team will fight diligently to ensure you are able to hold the person responsible for your loved one’s death to account. We will stop at nothing and it comes to helping you protect your legal rights so you are in the best position possible to move forward.
If you have lost a loved one as a result of a motor vehicle accident, you must act quickly to protect your legal rights. It is important that you reach out to our Texas personal injury law firm right away by calling 210-340-5550. Our lawyers are available to meet with you at your earliest convenience to discuss your case and the legal actions available to help you move forward. Contact our law firm today to get started.
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