Houston Family Seeks Justice after Motorcycle Accident
Finding justice for a hit-and-run car accident can often seem like an uphill fight. One Texas family is vowing to keep up that fight to bring justice for a loved one reportedly killed by a man in a hit-and-run motorcycle accident. The tragic accident claimed the life of a 65-year-old motorcyclist back in April. Now authorities are trying to track down the man who they believe is responsible for causing the fatal accident.
The Texas Department of Public Safety maintains that the surveillance video proves the identity of the person who caused the accident. The footage apparently shows the man driving the truck that ran over the other man’s motorcycle. Not only does the video show the truck driver hitting the motorcycle, but sparks depicted in the video allegedly show the motorcycle being dragged for a distance after the initial collision.
The grieving family and friends of the motorcyclist are now banding together to raise money for their quest to track down the allegedly responsible driver. One person stated that while nothing can replace what they have lost, something that could bring them a measure of comfort is to see justice done on their relative’s behalf. Organizers of the benefit event indicate that proceeds will go toward whatever person helps them find the drive responsible for the hit-and-run car accident.
A Texas Motorcycle Accident Lawyer can Help Win Financial Compensation
Surviving family members who lose someone in a Texas car accident sometimes decide to pursue wrongful death actions in civil court. This can provide a further measure of justice in addition to any criminal charges that might be filed. Such a successful civil action can also take care of costs for items such as funerals or to pay expenses for dependent children who have lost a parent unexpectedly. Texas residents interested in learning about their options surrounding wrongful death claims or car accidents could look into working with an attorney on the matter in order to gain recompense.
Source: kltv.com, “Family fights for justice after loved one killed in tragic hit and run,” Shaley Sanders, Oct. 6, 2012
