[10-14-2021] Travis County, TX – One Person Killed in a Deadly Pedestrian Crash in Austin

One unidentified person was killed after a deadly pedestrian accident in northeast Austin on Thursday morning, October 14.

The deadly accident took place at 2700 E. U.S. 290, near Cameron Road and Berkman Drive, at approximately 6:40 a.m.

The man attempted to cross the highway when he was suddenly struck by a woman driving a van.

The unidentified pedestrian sustained fatal injuries in the accident. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Information about the accident is limited at the moment. It’s unclear whether the accident occurred due to weather-related causes.

The Austin Police Department is currently investigating the case. They will attempt to determine whether drugs or alcohol were a factor in the collision.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Pedestrians have been involved in a significant number of traffic-related deaths over the last three decades. But why is this the case? It’s mainly because pedestrians are more vulnerable to traffic-related injuries and fatalities than occupants of enclosed vehicles. After all, they have no protection in the event of an accident.

Every year, more than 130,000 pedestrians who are hit by a car end up in emergency rooms or urgent care facilities, according to the CDC. Unsurprisingly, a large number of these mishaps (roughly 6,000 each year) result in death. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, there were 656 pedestrian fatalities and 1,831 pedestrian injury accidents in 2019.

Drivers who are reckless, careless, or negligent put pedestrians in danger. Because there is no barrier between wayfarers and cars, pedestrian accidents are more likely to be fatal. Depending on the accident’s severity, people may sustain minor to severe injuries, fractures, or even fatal injuries.

Travis County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Pedestrian Accidents

Accidents can be a traumatizing experience for anyone involved. While it’s natural to feel overwhelmed following a catastrophic accident, retaining the services of an experienced attorney is critical to obtaining a favorable outcome in your case. Following a fatal pedestrian accident, the victim’s family must file a wrongful death claim immediately.

Texas allows victims to file claims for up to two years. If you miss the deadline, you will be unable to receive compensation for the damages caused by the accident. A wrongful death claim entitles the victim’s family to financial compensation for losses such as lost wages, funeral costs, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

If you have been injured while walking in any part of Texas or lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, contact our skilled team of pedestrian accident attorneys today to learn how we create customized legal solutions that enable our clients to succeed both inside and inside outside the courtroom. Please call our attorneys at Arash Law Texas at (888) 398-4017 or complete our online intake form to schedule your free consultation.