On March 5, 2022, a 64-year-old man was struck and killed by a police car while walking down the eastbound lane of Commerce Street in San Antonio. The man died at the scene. It was later disclosed that the man had a BAC (blood alcohol content) of .259, over three times the legal limit for being intoxicated. Why the police were in the area where the accident occurred has not been released. The event is under investigation.
Pedestrian Accidents Are Not Always Cut-And-Dry Events
Car accidents involving pedestrians are always assumed to be basic to determine fault. In most cases, the person driving the vehicle is cited for hitting the pedestrian. In some cases, pedestrians are faulted for stepping out in front of a car.
It’s Easy to Assume the BAC of the Victim Was the Actual Cause of the Accident
…But, was it really the cause?
Instead of chalking this accident up to someone being too drunk, it must be considered why this man was out on the road this drunk. Did he leave a bar or restaurant after drinking too much? Did the bartenders or wait staff realize how drunk he was? Texas has dram shop laws that place liability on business owners who continue to serve alcohol to an obviously intoxicated person.
The family of this accident victim has the right to have the accident fully investigated to determine the actual cause of the accident that took the life of their loved one.
Speak With A Dallas Personal Injury Lawyer About Filing a Wrongful Death Claim
If your loved one lost their life due to one of these accidents, it is important to speak with a personal injury lawyer. You may be entitled to receive compensation for your injury and losses. Surviving family members may be entitled to file wrongful death lawsuits based on the facts of the case.
The most important thing to remember is that accidents are not always as black and white as they seem. There are often many factors that contribute to the event. It is essential that any accident is investigated so that the truth comes out about how and why the accident occurred.
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If you believe that you have the right to make a wrongful death claim on behalf of your deceased loved one, contact us for a case consultation. We can investigate and review the facts of your case and provide you with the legal advice you need to take the next steps toward filing a claim.
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