Adrian, TX - Two Killed in Semi-Truck Pileup Crash on I-40

Adrian, TX (April 15, 2024) - Two people were killed after a multi-vehicle collision in the Adrian area on Friday, April 12. The crash was reported on Interstate 40 WB that afternoon before 3 p.m. It was later revealed that three 18-wheelers and a passenger car collided at the scene. 

Local reports revealed that the passenger vehicle and a semi were headed west on the highway. The truck traveled across the center median into eastbound traffic and took the smaller vehicle with it. It was then that the vehicles hit two oncoming semi-trucks. Local reports revealed that some of the vehicles caught fire in the impact, but it is not yet clear which ones. Two occupants of the semis were killed in the collision. One victim was transported to Northwest Texas Hospital by ambulance, and another was hospitalized by ambulance. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time.  Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery. 

Fatal 18-wheeler Crashes in Texas

Large semi-truck crashes have been known to cause injuries that can change a person's life. Data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) indicates that there are over 57,000 commercial vehicle collisions in the United States annually. Semi-trucks and 18-wheelers are involved in most of these accidents. Texas is a state with a high rate of trucking accidents. In 2022 alone, 6,700 semi-truck collisions were reported statewide. This represents over 10 percent of truck accidents reported nationwide, and every year, big trucks drive billions of miles on Texas's roads. When you share the road with a massive semi-truck, you always run the risk of getting into an accident. 

Coping with the aftermath of a fatal accident is always challenging, and can be made even more so when you learn that the deadly crash was brought on by someone else's negligent actions. You must make sure you can seek justice if a trucking accident claims the life of a loved one, and you need to be certain that you can take the required measures to safeguard your financial future. These kinds of crashes can result in significant financial damages. Under Texas state law, if there is a fatal collision, the surviving family members may file wrongful death lawsuits.

Losing someone close to you is never easy, and you need to seek the aid of a trained Adrian semi-truck lawyer who is ready to help you navigate the complicated claims process. The legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is here to help you pursue a strong case. If you are ready to get started on your case with a skilled attorney, we are just a phone call away. Contact our law offices today at 214-651-6100 to get started on your case.