Tragic Accident Demonstrates Negligence
An Arlington woman spent last night in a Mansfield jail pending charges of intoxication manslaughter and child endangerment. In addition to these criminal charges, she almost certainly faces an impossible-to-escape negligence claim in civil court.
Not only did the Arlington driver drive under the influence of alcohol and the wrong way down Interstate 35, a police office also witnessed the woman driving with her hands behind her head. As a result of the woman’s gross disregard for the safety of others, two drivers were involved in an accident trying to evade the reckless woman’s SUV. When one of the drivers got out of the car to examine the accident, he was struck by a passing car and killed instantly.
Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author
This accident demonstrates an important area of the law: negligence. United States and Texas law obligates its citizens to exercise a minimum level of care when they engage in an act, like driving. In effect, the law of negligence provides that people should act with reasonable care, taking steps to avoid the harm that their decisions might cause to others.
Acts like driving the wrong way down a road, drinking and driving, and failing to hold onto the steering wheel are all choices that impose foreseeable risk onto other drivers. If other drivers are harmed as a result of these choices, like the man struck as he inspected the damage to his car, then the negligent actor may be liable for the resulting injuries.
Fears | Nachawati specializes in the complex area of negligence law. If you have suffered personal injury or property damage as a result of someone else’s carelessness, you have a right to be compensated for your loss. Find out everything you need to know about your legal rights and financial interests by contacting our professionals today.
About the Author
Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:
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