Brenham, TX - Two Killed After SUV Hydroplanes on US-290

Brenham, TX (January 25, 2024) - Two people were killed after a collision involving a semi-truck in the Brenham area on Monday, January 22. The deadly crash took place on US-290 just before 2 p.m. Local reports revealed that 59-year-old Anita Goodrich of Brenham was driving eastbound in a 2004 Ford Expedition when the vehicle hydroplaned and entered oncoming traffic. 

The Ford crashed head-on with an oncoming 2013 Peterbilt 18-wheeler. Goodrich suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The passenger in the Expedition was also killed in the collision. The identity of the other deceased party has been withheld. 

The operator of the Peterbilt was hospitalized for treatment of sustained injuries. No further information on the fatal trucking accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident, and more updates will be provided as the investigation continues. 

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

Deadly Semi-Truck Crashes in Texas

A semi-truck crash can be completely devastating. Statistics show that nearly 30 percent of trucking accidents in 2022 resulted in injuries. There were 4,895 fatal collisions involving large trucks and buses in 2020, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and nearly 56.1 percent of all fatal large truck crashes involved semi-trucks. Texas is a state that plays a key role in the national transportation system, and large trucks travel billions of miles across the state each year. 

Losing someone close to you is an unthinkable tragedy. It is an experience that is difficult to describe, but it often is associated with intense suffering and grief. Your entire way of life can be turned upside down in a matter of seconds after a deadly collision. It can be even more devastating if the loss was caused by a trucking accident that could have been prevented. These are more than accidents. They are life-changing events that leave families grappling with immense sorrow and seemingly endless questions. 

Texas state law allows representatives of the deceased to pursue a claim for compensation. These wrongful death claims can potentially relieve the financial burden resulting from a deadly crash. You need to be sure your case is in good hands so you can maximize your recovery during this difficult time. 

The legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is here to help you deal with the aftermath of a fatal semi-truck accident. We understand you are experiencing intense overwhelm, and we want to help in any way we can. Our team of Brenham, TX wrongful death lawyers is here to help you achieve an optimal recovery. We can work to get you compensation to cover funeral costs, burial expenses, and medical bills after a fatal crash. If you have any questions about your case, we are here to help. Give us a call today at 214-651-6100 if you are ready to get to work on your case.