Georgetown, TX - Pedestrian Fatally Hit by Semi-Truck on I-35

Georgetown, TX (June 29, 2023) - On Saturday, June 17, a pedestrian was killed after being struck by an 18-wheeler in the Georgetown area. 

The deadly accident was reported to have occurred at the 9500 block of Interstate 35 Northbound at around 12:26 a.m. The victim was on the interstate when they were hit by the oncoming commercial truck. They suffered fatal injuries in the crash. 

The truck driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities, showing no signs of impairment. 

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

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

Deadly Pedestrian Accidents in Texas

Georgetown, TX - Pedestrian Fatally Hit by Semi-Truck on I-35Texas had the 11th-highest rate of pedestrian fatalities in the United States in 2021, with 825 reported pedestrian deaths, behind Nevada and Delaware. In the state in 2021, there were 2.79 pedestrian fatalities per 100,000 residents, and pedestrian fatalities are on the rise statewide and currently make up one in every five automobile fatalities. There were 5,370 pedestrian-involved collisions in Texas in 2021, resulting in 843 fatalities, a 15% increase over the previous year.Pedestrians are particularly susceptible to suffering serious injuries in traffic accidents, and the damage is magnified considerably when the crash involves a semi-truck. Unfortunately, pedestrians are often killed in trucking accidents in Texas. You may be able to make a financial recovery after losing a family member if you pursue a wrongful death claim, but it might be challenging to determine what you are entitled to on your own. You might feel too overwhelmed to bear the idea of battling the insurance company when dealing with the loss of a loved one. An accomplished Texas personal injury attorney can be your advocate and make sure that the at-fault party is brought to justice. It is never easy to lose a loved one in a semi-truck crash. The Georgetown wrongful death lawyers at The Rasansky Law Firm are prepared to advocate for you and your family. If it is found that the person or entity that caused the accident acted carelessly in some way, your family may be entitled to monetary damages or compensation. Our legal team is prepared to fight for justice on your behalf if you want to ensure that the person or entity at fault for the deadly accident is held accountable. Call our offices as soon as possible at 214-651-6100 to get a free legal consultation with a qualified attorney.

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