Emergency responders were quickly dispatched after being notified of a crash with injuries. Local sources indicate that the Suzuki was traveling southeast as the Honda was headed northwest on the roadway. The driver of the Accord entered the path of the motorcycle as they attempted to make a left turn into a private driveway. The vehicles collided, leaving the rider with fatal injuries. The deceased party was later identified as 44-year-old David Williams of Buna. No further information on the fatal accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Texas Deadly Motorcycle Crashes
Motorcycle safety is a serious issue in Texas. In fact, the state has one of the highest motorcycle fatality rates in the country. According to findings from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), there were 501 deadly motorcycle crashes reported across the state in 2021. That is a nearly 8 percent increase from the previous year. That year, the state had the highest number of motorcycle fatalities in the country, with California coming in a close second with 484 deaths. Nearly 26 percent of motorcycle deaths in the Lone Star State that year involved riders between the ages of 21 and 29. If you lose someone close to you in a deadly motorcycle accident, you need to be able to take the necessary steps to pursue a full recovery by working closely with a trained motorcycle crash lawyer.
Riders are more exposed than other roadway users. This means that they are at greater risk of suffering life-threatening injuries in the event of a collision. There is too much on the line after a serious crash to leave your recovery to chance, and it is always in your best interest to partner with a skilled attorney. The person responsible for a deadly crash should be held responsible, but that is often only possible if surviving family members pursue a wrongful death claim. A trained attorney will be able to help you navigate the complicated legal process.
It can be hard to focus on taking legal action after a deadly crash. If you partner with a skilled personal injury lawyer, you will be in a better situation to pursue the full value of your case. You do not want to leave your case in the hands of a large insurance provider. It is key that you are prepared to take action in order to help get the justice you deserve. Contact the law offices of Rasansky | McKenzie Law today at 214-651-6100 to get started on your case with the help of a trained lawyer.