Midland, TX - Driver Killed in Crash with Truck Trailer on TX-158

Midland, TX (June 26, 2023) - A Midkiff man was killed after his pickup collided with a trailer in the Midland area on Sunday, June 25. 

The deadly accident was reported on TX-158 at around 2:56 a.m. A 32-year-old Midkiff man was driving a pickup truck when he crashed into a trailer towed by a truck. The driver was transported to Midland Memorial Hospital where he was later pronounced dead. 

No other injuries have been reported at this time. No additional information has been provided. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress. 

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

Deadly Texas Trucking Accidents

In the United States, there are around 500,000 trucking accidents per year, and 5,000 of these accidents end in fatalities. Approximately 4,600 fatal accidents involving semi-truck drivers happen each year, and roughly 80% of trucking accidents are caused by passenger vehicles.  There were 5,700 heavy trucks involved in fatal crashes in 2021, an increase of 49% over the previous ten years and 18% from 2020.If someone is killed as a result of another person's negligence, the at-fault party could be held liable for any resulting losses. A trucking accident will usually involve a number of different parties, so you need a lawyer who is qualified to handle these types of claims. Contact a lawyer right away to begin assembling important evidence if you want to start working on your case.Dealing with the death of a loved one is always difficult, and the surviving family members must think about their financial status in addition to dealing with the sadness of the loss and any prospective legal action. According to Texas law, any person or entity that the surviving spouse, child, or parent of the deceased believes to be responsible for the death may be sued for wrongful death. The executor of the estate should file a wrongful death case if they wish to guarantee that the person or thing that caused the death is held accountable.Losing a loved one in a semi-truck collision is never easy. The Rasansky Law Firm's Midland truck accident lawyers are ready to fight for you and anybody else who has lost a loved one in a semi-truck accident. Your family may be entitled to monetary damages or compensation if it is determined that the person or organization that caused the accident acted negligently in some way. If you want to make sure that the person or organization responsible for the fatal accident is held accountable, our legal team is willing to fight for justice on your behalf. Schedule a free legal consultation with an experienced attorney by calling our offices as soon as possible at 214-651-6100.