The initial impact threw him from his bike onto the road, where he was hit by a second car. The driver of the first vehicle stopped to render aid to the injured rider. The second driver continued driving but later pulled over on the roadway as his car was leaking oil. The motorist told authorities he was unable to see what he had hit.
The injured rider was flown to Memorial Hermann via Life Flight in critical condition. He was later pronounced dead. The identity of the deceased party has been withheld. An ongoing investigation into the deadly cycling accident is in progress, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Fatal Bicycle Crashes in Texas
Riding a bike is a great way to get around. Unfortunately, riders are greatly exposed to the risk of a serious collision. According to data from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), there were 2,347 bicycle crashes reported across the state in 2022. A total of 92 of these accidents ended in fatalities, and most caused serious injuries. Considering that nearly 100 people were killed while riding their bikes in Texas that year, it should be concerning to know that so many deadly crashes involve innocent cyclists. These crashes are known to result in fatal injuries, and it is important that you are ready to take legal action after a deadly bicycle accident.
Too many riders are killed on Texas roads each year, and you need to be sure that you are able to take legal action to make sure your surviving family can get the compensation you are owed to make a full recovery. It is already difficult enough to deal with the aftermath of a deadly crash, and you should not be held financially liable for the resulting damages. You may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim as a representative of the deceased in order to achieve a complete recovery after a deadly collision.
You need someone on your side who can help you pursue justice. The trained legal team at Rasansky | McKenzie Law is here to help you during this difficult time. Our Houston personal injury lawyers have a proven track record of helping grieving families pursue successful wrongful death claims. We are here to make sure you can get the compensation you need to cover funeral and burial expenses. You should not leave your claim to chance. If you are ready to get to work on your wrongful death claim, contact our law offices today at 214-651-6100.