Texas Teen Killed in Possible Drunk Driving Incident
Though multi-car accidents seem to be considered more serious than single vehicle crashes, it is important to remember that any accident could prove fatal. Many factors apart from other vehicles can play roles in collisions and the results. If drivers are impaired, they could easily make an error that could result in a fatal car accident occurring.
A single-car accident claimed the life of a young Texas man after the vehicle he was riding in hit a tree. According to authorities, the vehicle struck a curb before colliding with the tree in the yard of someone’s home. At this time both speed and alcohol are believed to be contributing factors in the accident. Neither the driver nor passenger was wearing a seat belt.
The driver was reportedly ejected from the vehicle after hitting the tree. When authorities arrived on the scene, he was transported to an area hospital for treatment and was considered to be in critical condition; the passenger was pronounced dead. The incident is still under investigation, but there is a chance that the driver could face serious charges for the fatality that resulted from the accident.
A Texas Fatal Car Crash Attorney can Help Win Financial Compensation
It was reported that the two occupants of the vehicle had been out to watch a boxing match, and it is a tragedy that a young life was lost at the end of what was assuredly meant to be a pleasant outing. Consequently, the family of the victim is undoubtedly grief stricken by the turn of events and could face emotional as well as financial struggles as a result. Should the driver of the vehicle be found guilty of DUI or other allegations concerning the fatal car accident, the chances of success could increase if the family chooses to file a wrongful death claim for damages Texas law permits.
Source: abclocal.go.com, HCSO: Teen killed in possible DWI crash in Channelview, Christine Dobbyn, Sept. 15, 2013
