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Jose Medina Killed by Hit-and-Run Driver in Fort Worth, Texas
Local reports indicate a teenager was killed following a hit-and-run
accident in Fort Worth, Texas, Saturday September 17. The accident
occurred around 2:30 a.m. when 19-year-old Jose Medina was struck in the
3300 block of Mansfield Highway. Fort Worth police have not released
any further details on the incident, including information on the
driver.
Commentary The news
feed does not provide many details regarding the accident, but I can
unequivocally say this is a terrible tragedy. I am generally always
skeptical of a hit-and-run accident because of the inherent questions
that arise from a driver who fails to stop and render aid. The timing of
this accident gives me even more skepticism. What do I mean by this?
Well first, a third party investigation should be conducted in concert
with police investigations to identify this fleeing driver and study
liability possibilities. I mention the timing and my skepticism because I
would not be surprised to see some level of intoxication play a part in
this accident. After 2 in the morning and a driver who does not stop
stinks of some type of contingency beyond just an accident. I
mention this possibility because Texas law allows for third party
inclusion in a personal injury or wrongful death claim with regards to
alcoholic intoxication, if a few details are satisfied. Namely, if the
driver who fled the scene was found to be intoxicated prior to the
accident and imbibing at a bar or restaurant, that establishment could
face partial liability in a claim. Texas dram shop laws hold
alcohol-serving entities responsible for serving a patron past the point
of intoxication, who then becomes involved in an accident. I repeat
myself many times saying this, but the laws in no way remove fault from a
driver who made a horrible decision. Rather, they enforce the rules the
TABC designed for that bar to hold a liquor license. I
understand this diatribe may not be entirely applicable to this
incident, but over the years, hit-and-run accidents make one raise an
eyebrow and question what was really going on that late at night.
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