San Antonio, TX (February 19, 2023) – A multi-vehicle collision in San Antonio left one person dead on Thursday morning, February 16.
The deadly accident took place on Interstate 10 near Medical Drive at around 2:30 a.m. It was reported that a black 2014 Cadillac CTS hit a rock on the roadway, and this caused the driver to hit a concrete wall. The vehicle overturned, and the driver was ejected.
An orange Camaro then hit the overturned vehicle, and a silver sedan collided with a tree. The first driver was transported to University Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The deceased party was identified as 20-year-old Aaric Arias.
The other two drivers were arrested under suspicion of driving while intoxicated.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Car Accidents in Texas
A total of 37,133 individuals died in car accidents in the United States in 2017, according to statistics on national roadway fatalities compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration at the U.S. Department of Transportation. When it comes to fatal car accidents, Texas leads the nation, and a collision occurs in the state every 71 seconds on average. A fatal car collision is reported in Texas around every 2.5 hours, and a serious injury occurs about every 2 minutes. The Texas Department of Transportation reports that 30,992 people suffered serious injuries in 19,506 serious injury collisions in 2019.
It is never easy to lose someone you care about, but it is especially difficult to deal with loss when it is due to someone else’s carelessness or malicious behavior. It is crucial to think about the legal and financial ramifications of your loved one’s wrongful death as you and your family try to cope with your loss and go on with your life. The immediate family of a victim, including spouses, children, and parents, may bring a wrongful death claim in Texas. Other family members, such as siblings or cousins, typically do not have the authority to make a claim. There are, however, certain exceptions to the general rule, so if you are unsure about your eligibility, get in touch with us to talk about your circumstances.
You might believe that nothing in your life will ever be the same again after losing a loved one. Our attorneys are all too aware of the pain that frequently results from the unexpected death of a close family member. The Wyatt Law Firm, PLLC’s goal is to aid families who are struggling to deal with the loss of a loved one and aid them in recovering financially. If a family member was killed by a reckless driver, a San Antonio wrongful death attorney can assist you by assisting you in obtaining the required financial support.
If you want to schedule a meeting with a lawyer to discuss your options for getting compensation following an unexpected death in the family, call our offices at 210-340-5550.
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