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Texas family sues Tesla over fatal crash into home

The family of 76-year-old Martha Avila is suing Tesla and driver Michael Butler after a Model 3 crashed into her home. The lawsuit alleges the vehicle's automated driving assistance design was defective. A federal safety investigation into the incident is now underway.

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The victim's family has filed a lawsuit against Tesla and the driver.

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  1. Family Sues Tesla and Driver After Fatal Crash Into Katy Home

    The family of 76-year-old Martha Avila is suing Tesla and driver Michael Butler after a Model 3 crashed into her home. The lawsuit alleges the vehicle's automated driving assistance design was defective. A federal safety investigation into the incident is now underway.

    What's confirmed:

    • A 76-year-old woman named Martha Avila was killed after a Tesla Model 3 crashed into her home in Katy, Texas.
    • The family of the victim has filed a lawsuit against Tesla and the driver, Michael Butler.
    • The crash involved a vehicle using automated driving assistance.
    • A federal safety investigation into the crash is currently active.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • No charges have been filed against the driver.
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