Houston, TX (October 8, 2026) – A 62-year-old man lost his life Wednesday, October 7, in a collision on West Montgomery Road in north Houston. According to the Houston Fire Department, the accident happened around 10:58 p.m. in the 8500 block of the road.
Investigators said the rider was heading eastbound when a white Toyota Camry made a left turn and hit the motorcycle. He was thrown from the bike. Emergency units pronounced him dead on the road.
The Toyota's 31-year-old driver was taken to a hospital and reported stable. Investigators said the driver may have been impaired.
Police are still working to investigate the wreck.
We extend our condolences to his family and friends.
How Long Do Families Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Houston, TX?
Texas generally gives families two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. That deadline comes from the state's civil statute of limitations and usually keeps running while insurance negotiations are underway. Some claims, such as those that involve a government employer, can carry much shorter notice requirements.
Inside that window, a separate three-month rule affects who files. A wrongful death suit may be brought by the surviving spouse, children, or parents. If none of them files within three months of the death, the executor of the estate may file, unless the family asks that no suit be brought.
The estate's own survival claim, which can cover losses the person experienced before dying, generally follows the same two-year limit and requires someone with legal authority to act for the estate.
The clock can pause in limited situations, such as when a beneficiary is a minor, but courts apply those exceptions narrowly, so families should not count on extra time. A wrongful death lawyer can help work out the date a deadline began, identify which notice rules may apply, and plan the steps to take well before time runs out.
Filing deadlines can pass quietly while a family handles funeral arrangements and paperwork. At Brian C. Gutierrez, PLLC, we can explain how the filing deadlines may work for your specific situation.
Call Brian C. Gutierrez, PLLC at (979) 243-9912 to speak directly with our team and clear your doubts.
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