El Paso, TX - One Hospitalized in Semi-Truck Crash at I-10 & Joe Battle Blvd

El Paso, TX (December 20, 2023) - On Tuesday morning, December 19, one person was hospitalized after an 18-wheeler crashed on an overpass in the El Paso area. The accident was reported on Interstate 10 at A & M Circle near Joe Battle Boulevard at around 6:30 a.m. A semi-truck was traveling on the interstate when it drove off the freeway. The commercial truck sustained significant damage in the impact. 

One person was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of sustained injuries. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation, and more updates will be released as the investigation continues. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.

18-Wheeler Crashes in Texas

Traveling on the highway near a large commercial truck can cause anxiety for anyone, and that is because we all know how devastating these vehicles can be in the event of a crash. Texas plays an important role in the national transportation industry, and it is common to see 18-wheelers while traveling on the highway. The state is home to nearly 10 percent of reported trucking accidents nationwide. In the United States, thousands are killed each year with hundreds of thousands of trucking accidents taking place annually. 

If you are hurt in a serious trucking accident, you will need to work with an attorney who has experience handling these types of cases. The more serious the crash, the harder the trucking company and its team of lawyers will have to fight your case. These businesses do this by destroying evidence and blaming innocent victims. Once you have a lawyer on your side, the transportation company will know that you mean business. 

If you are hurt in a trucking accident, there are many parties involved. These companies will have teams of attorneys on retainer for instances just like these. You will need to be able to level the playing field by getting your own legal representation. When you work closely with a trained attorney, you will be able to ensure your case is handled appropriately and that you are not short-changed by the at-fault party. We will continue to fight to ensure you are able to get maximum compensation. 

If you have been hurt in a semi-truck crash, you need to partner with a trained lawyer as soon as possible. The legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is here to help you during the difficult time after an auto accident. We have handled many successful truck injury claims, and our team of El Paseo 18-wheeler truck crash lawyers has a proven track record assisting crash victims all over the state. If you are ready to get to work on your personal injury claim, we are here to help. Contact us today at 214-651-6100 to discuss your case with a trained Texas personal injury attorney.