A lawsuit is filed after a man is fatally crushed by a tree at a Texas barbecue restaurant patio. Multiple outlets report that the incident involves a pecan tree that became known as the “Widow Maker.” The family of the victim, described as a father of four, alleges the restaurant failed to properly maintain the property and address visible signs of damage or decay in the tree.
The suit claims staff and/or the restaurant ignored warning indications before the fatal collapse. The complaint alleges gross negligence and seeks accountability for the death, arguing that the tree posed a foreseeable hazard that should have been addressed through inspection, maintenance, or removal.
The reports describe the tree’s apparent decline and contend that the restaurant’s failure to act contributed to the fatal outcome. The lawsuit process is ongoing, and the allegations have not been established in court. The case centers on whether the restaurant met its duty to keep the patio area safe for patrons.
