David Benton, 55, killed in hit-and-run pedestrian collision with alleged driver Angel Lopez-Gil, 22, on Skillman Street in Dallas, Texas

Dallas police have a man in custody after a fatal hit-and-run pedestrian collision Sunday morning. Police said Angel Lopez-Gil, 22, struck David Benton, 55, in the 7200 block of Skillman Street in Lake Highlands. Authorities say Benton was not in the crosswalk. Lopez-Gil ran off after parking his car in the block of 6900 Colfax Drive. The body of Benton was found in a parking lot near the crash site. 

What every family needs to know about Dallas wrongful death claims

When someone is killed in a car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, or other kind of accident, family members left behind must cope with the tragedy as best they can. Many important decisions need to be made, and a wrongful death claim needs to be filed.

In Dallas, a claim can be filed only by specific family members, but there are strict requirements and deadlines that must be met. It is critical to talk with a Dallas wrongful death lawyer to get the information and advice needed to move forward.