Weslaco, TX - Melissa De Leon Killed in Crash with Tractor-Trailer on FM2812

Weslaco, TX (February 24, 2023) - A woman was killed after being involved in a crash with a tractor-trailer in the Weslaco area on Friday morning, February 24. 

The deadly accident took place on FM-2812 near Engelmen Gardens Road at around 12:06 a.m. It was reported that a 1999 Freightliner Tractor Truck towing a utility trailer was backing out of a private driveway onto the roadway. Then, a 2020 Nissan Rouge driven by 48-year-old Melissa De Leon collided with the Freightliner. 

De Leon suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported in the crash. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is underway. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Melissa De Leon at this time.

Fatal Tractor-Trailer Crashes in Texas

The people in the passenger car will sustain the most serious injuries in collisions on the road involving commercial trucks and smaller vehicles. Because trucks are heavier than cars, they take longer to stop and slow down. Texas was the site of more than 13% of all truck accidents nationwide. In 2010, there were 2,339 serious injuries and 284 fatalities related to vehicle accidents. There were 15,676 collisions involving just commercial trucks in 2010.

Our Texas semi-truck accident lawyer is aware that 18-wheeler collisions happen often across the country and that the injuries they cause can have a profound impact on victims' lives. In Texas, the average cost of a commercial truck accident is almost $60,000, including medical expenses and missed income. Unfortunately, there is no monetary compensation that will make up for the loss of a loved one in a Texas tractor-trailer accident. Although it's simple to believe that truck accidents are the same as other types of car accidents, this is not the case. All truck collisions, whether involving a semi-trailer, an 18-wheeler, or a tractor-trailer, have the potential to be exceedingly dangerous.

The Rasansky Law Firm is committed to giving the best legal representation to those harmed in semi-truck accidents and their families. Our passionate truck accident lawyers have the expertise and dedication necessary to handle your case with care. We want to ensure that you receive the most compensation for your injuries, and our attorneys are prepared to fight for you. To schedule a free consultation, contact our personal injury attorneys as soon as possible at (214) 651-6100. We will make sure that the responsible party is brought to justice and that your claim is fairly resolved.