Manor, TX (September 25, 2026) – A man died early Friday morning, September 25, after being struck by a vehicle in the westbound lanes of US 290 near Gregg Manor Road. The collision happened shortly after 1 a.m.
The Manor Police Department said the vehicle involved was a marked patrol unit. Officers stopped and began providing aid, but the man did not survive.
Independent agencies are reviewing the circumstances of the wreck and the driver's actions separately.
Our deepest condolences go out to the man's family and loved ones during this difficult time.
The Different Rules That Government Vehicle Claims Follow in Manor, TX
Pursuing a claim after an accident that involved a government vehicle is not the same as filing against a private driver. Texas generally protects government entities and their employees from lawsuits through a legal principle called sovereign immunity.
The Texas Tort Claims Act creates a limited exception, which allows certain claims to move forward when they involve the operation of a motor vehicle by a government employee.
Even when that exception applies, claims against a governmental unit are subject to strict procedural requirements. Texas law typically requires written notice of a claim within six months of the incident, though some city charters set shorter deadlines that can be as brief as 45 to 90 days. Missing that window can prevent a claim from moving forward, regardless of how strong the underlying facts may be.
Damages available in these cases can also be capped differently than in a typical car accident claim. Under the Texas Tort Claims Act, recovery against a governmental unit is generally limited to $250,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for claims involving bodily injury or death. A wrongful death attorney can help evaluate whether other, non-governmental parties may share responsibility, since claims against them aren't subject to the same caps.
At Brian C. Gutierrez, PLLC, we guide families navigating these types of claims across Texas. If you are dealing with a similar case, we can help you understand your available legal avenues under state law.
Those with questions can call Brian C. Gutierrez, PLLC at (979) 243-9912. We are here to guide you through this process.
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