Houston, TX - Passenger Killed After Being Hit by Loose Tire on I-10

Houston, TX (April 14, 2023) - A victim was killed after an accident in Houston on Thursday evening, April 13. 

The deadly incident occurred on Interstate 10 near Blalock Road at around 8:30 p.m. It was reported that a large semi-truck was traveling on the highway when it lost a tire. The tire hit a Kia SUV that was traveling on the Katy Tollway. This caused the driver to veer across all six lanes of traffic and crash into a wall. 

The commercial truck did not stop and continued traveling on the interstate. A passenger in the Kia sustained fatal injuries. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the fatal accident is in progress. 

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

Deadly Semi-Truck Accidents in Texas

Injuries and fatalities from 18-wheeler accidents are very common in Texas. Almost 2,000 people suffer injuries as a result of 18-wheeler accidents each year, with over 300 fatalities. Around 2,000 people are hurt, and almost 300 people are killed in trucking accidents for every 15,000 accidents.

Dealing with the grief of losing a loved one can seem impossible to bear. In the immediate wake of your loss, you might not even consider the possibility of justice for your loved one. However, as you go through the grieving process, you can start to understand that your loved one's death was caused by the carelessness, neglect, or wrongful act of another person or organization.

It might be awkward to make the death of a loved one a legal issue. It is critical to keep in mind that because you and your family have experienced a significant loss, the law offers assistance. You might proceed by filing an action for wrongful death that you are entitled to.

The Houston wrongful death attorneys at the Rasansky Law Firm are ready to fight for justice for you and your loved ones if a close relative passes away unexpectedly in an accident involving a semi-truck. We are devoted to aiding you in recovering any monetary losses brought on by the unfortunate loss of a loved one in an accident involving an 18-wheeler. We pledge to bring legal action against the individual or organization accountable for your loved one's death and to make up for any losses you suffered. Our firm has a track record of effectively defending clients' legal rights and obtaining the results they need for a full recovery, and we will do every in our power to obtain justice and establish a compelling case for damages. Call our offices at 214-651-6100 right away to arrange a no-cost consultation.