Midland, TX - One Killed, Two Hurt in Car Crash on Hwy 80

Midland, TX (April 5, 2024) - On Thursday, April 4, one person was killed and two others were injured in the aftermath of a vehicle collision in the Midland area. The deadly accident was reported on Highway 80. Emergency crews were present to render the necessary aid to the involved parties. 

The circumstances leading to the crash have not been determined. One person involved in the accident sustained fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead. Two other victims were transferred to a nearby hospital in stable condition. The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting debris in order to reopen the road to outside traffic. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery. 

Deadly Car Accidents in Texas

Texas experiences a large number of serious crashes every year. In 2022, drivers traveled about 290 billion miles on Texas highways, resulting in crashes that are estimated to have cost $55,900,000,000 in economic losses. Compared to 2021, this is an increase of more than 1.66 percent. A car accident is reported in the state every 55 seconds, and someone is injured on the road every two minutes and nine seconds on average. In 2021, there were 4,481 traffic fatalities and almost 244,000 injuries reported across the state. This translates to one deadly car crash taking place every hour and fifty-five minutes. It is crucial that you are prepared to begin filing a wrongful death claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney if you just lost a loved one in a fatal accident.

Nothing can alter your life more drastically than a fatal collision. Someone you care about could be lost in an accident in an instant due to the actions of a careless motorist. Being able to defend your legal rights during this trying time is crucial. If a driver's negligence is proven to be the cause of a fatal collision, that driver should be held liable for any losses that arise, and the relatives of the deceased may be entitled to file a wrongful death lawsuit to obtain compensation in full.

Navigating a deadly car crash is never easy, and you do not have to do it on your own. The trained Midland car accident lawyers at Rasansky Law Firm are here to help you at every stage of your case. If you have any questions about your eligibility to pursue a claim for compensation, we are available for a free consultation. Our legal team will diligently fight for your legal rights every step of the way. Contact our law offices today at 214-651-6100 to discuss your case with a trained lawyer.