The incident was reported at the intersection of FM 490 and FM 88 at around 11:45 a.m. It was reported that a truck tractor towing a caliche trailer was stopped when the operator failed to yield to a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck. The two vehicles collided, and the driver of the Chevy was airlifted to Valley Baptist Medical Center for treatment.
No other injuries were reported in the collision.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is underway.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
18-Wheeler Truck Accidents in Texas
The typical semi-truck can weigh between 10,000 and 25,000 pounds even without a trailer. They can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when completely loaded. A semi-tremendous truck’s weight means that its impact can be catastrophic. No other type of accident causes as much damage. They can, and frequently do, cause fatalities, disabling injuries, and wrongful deaths. There are hundreds of thousands of semi-truck crashes reported each year, and many happen right here in Texas.
The largest vehicles on our country’s roadways are commercial vehicles like semi-trucks and 18-wheelers. They serve a crucial role in moving big, hefty cargo across America, including building supplies, construction machinery, and everyday items. Truck accidents can be prevented by truck drivers, truck manufacturers, and cargo firms. They can and ought to be held liable for their carelessness if they fail to do so and an accident results in injury to a driver, a cyclist, or a pedestrian. If you were injured in an accident, you may be entitled to damages to help you adjust to life after your injury as well as compensation to cover your medical expenses and lost wages.
The Rasansky | McKenzie Law is committed to giving victims harmed in truck accidents and their families first-rate legal assistance if they have been hurt in a crash involving a semi-truck. Our committed 18-wheeler trucking accident lawyers have the experience and dedication necessary to handle your case with care and dedication. We aim to guarantee that you can maximize the compensation you receive as a result of your injury, and our attorneys are here to fight for you. To schedule a free consultation, contact our personal injury attorneys as soon as possible at (214) 651-6100. We will see to it that the responsible party is brought to justice and that you are compensated fairly for your claim.