Pecos, TX - Truck Driver Hurt in Deadly Crash on I-20

Pecos, TX (February 9, 2024) - On Tuesday, February 6, one person was killed and another was injured after a two-vehicle crash in the Pecos area. The deadly accident took place on Interstate 20 late that evening near mile marker 320. Local reports revealed that authorities attempted to conduct a traffic stop. That was when the driver, 32-year-old Mark Anthony Lopez Jr., attempted to make a U-turn to flee the traffic stop and ended up colliding with an eastbound semi-truck operated by 56-year-old Octavio Morales. Morales attempted to avoid the crash by braking but was unable to do so. 

When the two vehicles collided, Lopez suffered fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead. Morales was transported to Iraan Memorial Hospital for treatment of sustained injuries. No additional information is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly crash is being handled by local law enforcement officials. 

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

Semi-Truck Crashes in Texas

Driving a semi-truck is a hazardous job. Truckers commonly suffer severe injuries in the line of duty. In fact, nearly 35 percent of truck drivers report experiencing a work-related injury at least once during their careers. The most commonly reported injuries of truck drivers are sprains and strains, which make up nearly 40 percent of these injuries. Fatigue contributes to nearly 13 percent of trucking accidents with injuries, and 10 percent of injuries sustained by truckers are fractures. There has been a nearly 25 percent increase in trucker fatalities in the past ten years. Nearly one in five work-related fatalities in 2020 involved transportation occupations. 

You need to be sure that you are ready to protect your legal rights if you are injured in a semi-truck accident. These types of cases are often complicated and can involve a lot of red tape. It is hard to navigate the bureaucracy that follows a serious 18-wheeler collision, and you need to partner with a skilled lawyer who has the necessary experience to maximize your recovery. You should not take any chances with your future. You need to make sure your case is handled correctly from the very start to ensure you can get the most available compensation in your case. 

We want you to know that you are not alone after a serious semi-truck accident. The legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is here to help you navigate the complicated legal process. We understand that you are likely experiencing serious injuries, and our team of semi-truck accident lawyers is here to help you during this difficult time. We can answer any questions that you may have about your right to pursue compensation. If you are ready to get to work on your case, we are just a phone call away. Contact our law offices today at 214-651-6100 to discuss your case with a trained personal injury lawyer. Our legal team is here to fight for your legal rights.