HurtMatch helps surviving family members connect with experienced Texas personal injury attorneys who handle fatal hit-and-run cases — at no upfront cost.
Get Help Now →Losing a loved one in a hit-and-run is a devastating, disorienting experience. The driver who struck and killed a wheelchair-dependent man on Reed Road in Houston's Sunnyside neighborhood on June 6, 2026, fled the scene without stopping, without calling for help, and without taking any responsibility. That choice left a family without answers and without the person they loved. Grief is hard enough without the added weight of unanswered questions and an unknown perpetrator.
Families in this situation often do not know where to turn or whether a civil case is even possible before a criminal suspect is identified. The truth is that civil wrongful death claims in Texas can move forward alongside or independent of criminal investigations. Time matters. Evidence disappears. Witnesses move on. Reaching out to a qualified attorney early can make a meaningful difference in what a family is able to pursue.
Yes. An attorney can begin building a case, preserving evidence, and exploring all available legal avenues including uninsured motorist coverage and other potential sources of recovery even before a suspect is named. Waiting for a criminal arrest is not required to start the civil process.
Texas law generally sets a two-year statute of limitations for wrongful death claims, starting from the date of the incident. In this case, that date is June 6, 2026. Failing to act within that window can permanently bar a family from pursuing civil legal action, so early consultation with an attorney is important.
Under the Texas Wrongful Death Act, eligible filers typically include the surviving spouse, children, and parents of the deceased. If none of those parties file within three months of the death, the personal representative of the estate may also bring a claim.
Texas wrongful death claims can potentially include compensation for loss of companionship and society, mental anguish, lost financial support, and funeral and burial expenses. The specific damages available depend on the facts of each individual case, and no outcome is guaranteed.
No. HurtMatch is a free referral service. The attorneys in our network handle personal injury and wrongful death cases on a contingency basis, meaning there is no fee unless they win your case. You pay nothing out of pocket to get started.