The crash took place on Interstate 20 near mile marker 549 at around 8 p.m. It was reported that a tractor-trailer was headed west when a pickup truck traveling at a high rate of speed was approaching. The driver of the pickup hit the left side of the trailer before entering the median and overturning several times.
All four occupants of the truck were ejected in the crash. The victims were transported by helicopter and ambulance to nearby hospitals for treatment. The area was closed for some time while emergency responders were present.
No additional information has been provided.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Semi-Truck Crashes in Texas
More than 15 million heavy trucks are in the United States, and it is common to see these massive vehicles while traveling the highways throughout Texas. These vehicles play a key role in the American transportation system, and Texas is a crossroads of industry throughout the nation. A total of 4,014 fatal semi-truck crashes occurred in 2020. This figure is 28% higher than was reported in 2009, showing a dramatic increase.
The Texas Department of Transportation reports that fatal collisions involving commercial vehicles occur almost daily in the state, and statistics show that 18-wheelers are involved in some of the most horrific accidents. Due to their size, semi-trucks and 18-wheelers frequently cause fatalities, severe injuries, and vast amounts of property damage.
Truck drivers and the companies that employ them are held to a higher standard. In the event of an accident, a massive rig, which may weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded, has the potential to cause significantly more severe bodily damage. When these entities are found to behave negligently, leading to an accident, injured parties may be able to obtain compensation in a personal injury claim.
Contact Rasansky | McKenzie Law if you suffered injuries in a serious tractor-trailer accident. Our skilled attorneys can handle your claim and maximize your compensation. Our lawyers seek justice for crash victims while they concentrate on completing their recovery. During the challenging period that comes after a semi-truck accident, our attorneys are here to support the victims and their families. You must speak with one of our knowledgeable and experienced semi-truck wreck lawyers as soon as you can after being injured in your accident. We are here to uphold your rights and ensure the at-fault party is brought to justice. If you want to schedule a free consultation with one of our personal injury attorneys, call our offices at (214) 651-6100 today.
