The accident was reported on Interstate 10 near Taylor Street at around 4:45 a.m. An 18-wheeler traveling on the interstate reportedly overturned, and emergency responders were sighted providing aid to the involved parties. The area was closed and later reopened at 6 a.m.
The injured parties were treated at the scene. No additional information on the accident has been provided at this time.
Local authorities are handling the ongoing crash investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Truck Rollover Accidents in Texas
You are likely to see trucks whenever you go on the highways because there are more than 15 million heavy trucks in the United States. The American transportation sector cannot be understood without large commercial trucks. The year 2020 saw 4,014 fatal semi-truck accidents, and when compared to 2009, the number of fatalities involving semi-trucks increased by 28% that year. Compared to 2009, the number of truck occupant fatalities increased by 35% in 2020, but in contrast to 2019, there were 110 fewer fatalities in 2020.
18-wheeler accidents, as well as those involving other large trucks and commercial vehicles, can be fatal. The danger of major injury is higher for the driver and passengers in smaller cars, but those traveling in these rigs are also at risk of being seriously injured. The worst-case scenario for truck accident victims is that they do not survive.
People who are involved in truck accidents may sustain severe, permanent injuries. Both the truck driver and the trucking business may be at fault for a truck accident, but their insurance companies will make every effort to avoid paying for your losses and injuries. You should contact an attorney to see if you have grounds for compensation.
The Rasansky | McKenzie Law is committed to providing the best legal support available to victims injured in crashes involving commercial trucks. We are here to assist the injured as they respond to their wounds and other accident-related injuries. If you want to have the best chance of recouping the full value of your claim following a significant trucking accident, speak with one of our skilled and experienced Houston semi-truck accident attorneys. Our attorneys are prepared to fight for your rights and stand up to a strong insurance company. Call our personal injury lawyers at (214) 651-6100 right away to arrange a free consultation.