Houston, TX - Man Fatally Hit by 18-Wheeler at Breen & Tabernash Dr

Houston, TX (February 18, 2023) - On Friday, February 17, a man was killed after he was hit by an 18-wheeler in North Houston. 

The deadly accident took place at the intersection of Breen and Tabernash Drive at around 10 p.m. The man was in the street when he was struck by an oncoming tractor-trailer. When officers arrived, they found the victim dead. The identity of the deceased has not been released at this time. 

No additional information has been shared at this time. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the fatal accident is in progress. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Deadly Truck Accidents in Texas

A large truck can cause complete devastation in the event of a collision. In Texas, there were approximately 23,000 truck-related accidents in 2016. There were 452 fatal truck-tractors, or semi-truck trailer crashes in 2019, and a total of 1,435 accidents involving semi-trucks transporting freight occurred in that year. According to 2018 research, Texas is home to 11 of the 50 most hazardous segments of highway in the country, meaning that the very infrastructure increases the risk of being seriously injured in a crash involving a semi-truck. 

A person's loss of life as a result of the purposeful or unintentional behavior of another is referred to as a wrongful death. A person or entity may be held accountable for wrongful death if it was due directly to their actions. As wrongful death claims are unrelated to criminal proceedings, the victim's family may still be able to file a civil lawsuit for wrongful death even if the offender is found not guilty on all counts. The surviving family members or other real parties of interest may file a wrongful death claim on behalf of the deceased to recover pain and suffering, medical costs, funeral costs, and lost wages, regardless of whether there was a vehicle accident or semi-truck crash. 

Rasansky Law Firm's Houston wrongful death lawyers are ready to fight for justice if you have lost a loved one. After the death of a family member in a fatal trucking accident, we are motivated and here to help you recover financially.  We can make sure that the party or individuals responsible for your loved one's death are held accountable and that you get the compensation you need and deserve. Our firm has a history of successfully representing clients' interests and securing favorable outcomes. Our legal team will actively pursue justice by creating the strongest possible argument for your wrongful death claim.  Call us today at 214-651-6100, so we can begin working on your case as soon as possible.