Waco, TX (October 17, 2026) – A 48-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a collision with a car at Lake Shore Drive and Hillcrest Drive in Waco on Thursday, October 15. A passenger on the motorcycle was also injured.
According to the Waco Police Department, officers were called to the intersection at approximately 12:36 a.m. A westbound Nissan Altima was turning left from Lake Shore Drive onto Hillcrest Drive when an eastbound motorcycle struck the rear of the car.
The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the crash site. The motorcycle passenger was taken to a hospital and was expected to recover. The Nissan driver and passenger were not injured.
The Nissan driver cooperated with officers, and no arrests had been made.
The investigation remains ongoing.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the motorcyclist who lost their life.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Waco, TX?
In Waco and throughout Texas, the surviving spouse, children, and parents of someone who died due to another person’s negligence or wrongdoing may file a wrongful death claim. Texas law allows these family members to seek compensation.
If several family members qualify, one or more may file a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of everyone entitled to compensation. Each family member does not need to file a separate lawsuit to be included in the claim.
If no eligible family member files within three months, the deceased person’s executor or administrator generally must file the lawsuit unless all eligible family members ask them not to. This does not make the estate representative a beneficiary.
Depending on the family’s losses, compensation may include lost financial support, companionship, guidance, and mental anguish. The amount each eligible family member may recover depends on their individual losses and the circumstances surrounding the death.
Under Texas law, you generally have two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit, although some exceptions may apply. The three-month rule only affects who can bring the claim, not how long you have to file it.
A wrongful death lawyer can help your family figure out who has the legal right to file and guide you through each step of the claim. An attorney can also handle insurance negotiations and prepare the necessary legal paperwork.
At Brian C. Gutierrez, we help families across Texas understand their options after losing a loved one in a fatal accident. We listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and guide you through each step of the claims process.
If you lost someone you love in a motorcycle crash in Waco, you may be unsure what to do next. Call Brian C. Gutierrez, PLLC, at (979) 243-9912 to discuss your family’s situation and learn how we may help.
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