Case Background

On May 6, 2022, Bryan Williams was walking southbound on University Drive near Bledsoe Street in Fort Worth, Texas. As he crossed the road, a vehicle driven by Ethan Howard struck him. The force of the collision threw Williams onto a nearby grass field. At the time, Ethan Howard was driving under the influence of alcohol. Authorities arrested him at the scene and later secured a conviction for driving while intoxicated. The vehicle he drove belonged to Varon Howard.

Cause

Ethan Howard operated a vehicle while intoxicated in a public area. He failed to maintain a safe speed and did not apply his brakes in time. He ignored Texas transportation laws and drove recklessly, endangering pedestrians. According to the complaint, his actions showed disregard for public safety. The lawsuit also claimed that Varon Howard, the vehicle’s owner, entrusted the car to Ethan despite knowing he was unfit to drive. The collision and resulting injuries prompted Bryan Williams to file suit against both men.

Injury

Williams sustained serious injuries from the collision. He