Bryson, TX - Graham Man Dies in Semi-trailer Crash on US-830

Bryson, TX (March 25, 2024) - A Graham man was killed after a collision involving a semi-trailer in the Bryson area on Friday, March 22. The deadly accident was reported on US-830 early that morning. Local reports indicated that 80-year-old Tommy Bates of Graham was headed eastbound in a 2002 Ford Ranger at the time of the crash. 

Bates collided with a 2024 Kenworth truck tractor towing a 2020 Hyundai. The tractor was reportedly backing out unsafely into the eastbound lanes leading to the accident. Bates sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The operator of the truck, 68-year-old Paige Conway Amado of Dallas, was not hurt in the collision. No further information on the deadly accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the fatal crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

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

Deadly Semi-trailer Crashes in Texas

Unfortunately, semi-truck crashes are prevalent on Texas roadways. In fact, the state accounts for about 10 percent of all trucking accidents reported in the United States. Statistics in the state show that there were 6,740 trucking crashes registered in the state in 2022, and for every 15,000 trucking accidents in Texas, there are an estimated 300 fatalities and 2,000 injuries. Many Texans lose their lives in 18-wheeler crashes every year due to general negligence, and it is difficult to manage alone. If a fatal semi-truck accident takes the life of someone you love too soon, you need to be ready to defend your legal rights by working closely with a trained attorney. 

Nothing can hurt you more than losing a loved one in a catastrophic truck accident. The family of the deceased often feels as though their lives will never be the same. Negligence is a factor in the majority of fatal trucking accidents, and you can soon discover that someone else's careless behavior resulted in the deadly crash. This only serves to make the situation difficult for everyone involved. To ensure they can make a full financial recovery following a deadly crash, it is crucial that family members are aware of their legal rights in order to pursue a strong wrongful death claim. 

A deadly crash is never expected. In a matter of seconds, someone close to you can be taken away forever. You should not be left to pick up the pieces on your own. You may be able to pursue a claim in order to make sure the at-fault party is brought to justice. The legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is here to help you navigate the complicated legal process and make sure that you are able to be made whole again. Our Bryson 18-wheeler lawyers are just a phone call away. Contact our law offices today at 214-651-6100 to discuss your case with a caring personal injury attorney. When you work with our skilled legal team, you will know your case is in good hands. We are here to diligently fight for your legal rights at every stage of your recovery.