Houston, TX - One Killed in Crash with 18-Wheeler on Westheimer Rd

Houston, TX (March 1, 2023) - On Wednesday, March 1, a man was killed following an accident involving an 18-wheeler in the Houston area. 

The fatal crash took place at the 9900 block of Westheimer at around 4:19 a.m. It was reported by authorities that a gold Honda Accord collided with a Volvo tractor-trailer that was headed east on Westheimer Road. The Honda reportedly became trapped underneath the rig. 

The driver of the Accord was pronounced dead at the scene by responding officials. The 22-year-old truck driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. 

No further information has been provided at this time. 

An ongoing investigation into the deadly crash is in progress. 

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

Fatal 18-Wheeler Crashes in Texas

Almost 300 fatalities and over 2,000 injuries are caused by 18-wheeler accidents each year. The number of big rigs in the United States is close to 2 million, and over 500,000 accidents involving 18-wheelers occur countrywide each year. Deaths from semi-truck accidents are thought to total 5,000. Around 98 percent of these fatalities involve a driver or a passenger of a car that is not a truck.

Even though there is no way to compensate for the loss of a loved one, filing a wrongful death lawsuit is the only way to guarantee that the negligent parties are held accountable, that similar dangerous behavior won't result in future fatalities, and that you and your family have enough money to take care of and support one another in the event of your loved one's passing. By giving the deceased's family and estate the financial means to care for themselves and their loved ones in the absence of the decedent, wrongful death cases enable surviving family members to hold the irresponsible defendants both legally and financially accountable. A wrongful death lawyer in Texas is prepared and ready to help you during the process. 

The Houston truck accident lawyers at Rasansky Law Firm are ready to fight for justice if you have lost a loved one. After the death of a family member in a fatal truck accident, we are driven and ready to help you get back on your feet financially. We can make sure that the individual or people responsible for the death of your loved one are punished and that you receive the compensation you need and deserve. Our firm has a proven track record of successfully protecting clients' interests and obtaining good outcomes. Our legal team will passionately seek justice by putting together the strongest case conceivable in support of your wrongful death claim. Call us at 214-651-6100 as soon as possible so we can get to work on your case.