Vanessa Gail Espinoza, 36, dead after wrong-way crash into I-30 median in Mesquite, Texas

A wrong-way driver died after crashing into the Interstate 30 median in Mesquite early Wednesday morning. The person was apparently driving east on westbound I-30 at about 3:15 a.m., eventually crashing into the divider near Galloway Avenue. The driver was the lone occupant of the vehicle. We'll update this story as more details emerge.

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 attorney to get the information and advice needed to move forward.