Gainesville, TX - Lannie Cook and Miles Bartek Killed in 18-Wheeler Accident on I-35

Gainesville, TX (March 7, 2024) - Two people died following a crash involving a commercial truck in the Gainesville area on Tuesday, March 5. The fatal accident took place that morning at around 1 a.m. on Interstate 35 near mile marker 496. An initial crash involving a semi-truck caused the vehicle to become disabled in the right northbound lane. 

A 2011 Volkswagen Jetta driven by 19-year-old Lannie Cook of Sanger collided with the stationary vehicle. The impact caused Cook and her passenger to be ejected from the vehicle. Both suffered fatal injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. 

The passenger was later identified as 22-year-old Miles Bartek of Gainesville. At this time, no additional information on the fatal accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are managing an ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly crash. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time.

Deadly Semi-truck Accidents in Texas

As most of us know, significant semi-truck accidents are among the worst on Texas's roads. The state continues to lead the country in 18-wheeler accident fatalities, and hundreds of people in the state suffer serious injuries from truck accidents. When fully loaded, these enormous trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds and measure close to 70 feet in length. Innocent victims can lose their lives in the more than 500,000 trucking accidents reported each year across the country. If you or someone close to you is unfairly killed in a trucking accident, you can turn to a trained personal injury lawyer in order to pursue a wrongful death claim. 

You must be ready to defend your legal rights if a loved one is killed in a trucking accident. After a fatal semi-truck accident, you need to take certain key actions and make sure that important evidence is preserved in order to file a wrongful death claim. You might not be aware of your legal rights, but families in Texas have the opportunity to file a lawsuit. However, these cases are usually complicated and time-consuming. You shouldn't attempt to manage a wrongful death claim by yourself. Instead, get in touch with a trustworthy personal injury lawyer in Texas who understands the law and can help you pursue a successful case. 

At Rasansky Law Firm, we think that following a fatal semi-truck accident, bereaved families should have the best legal assistance possible. Our experienced semi-truck accident lawyers are here to help you when you need it most. We are just a phone call away if you want to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney about your case. Please call our offices today at 214-651-6100 if you have any questions concerning your capacity to pursue legal action. We are here to help you at every stage of your claim to make sure your case is handled properly from start to finish. When you work with our skilled legal team, you will know that your case is in capable hands.