Roby, TX - Oklahoma Man Killed in Head-On Crash with Semi on FM 57

Roby, TX (May 17, 2023) - On Sunday, May 14, an Oklahoma man was killed following a head-on collision with a semi-truck outside of Roby. 

The fatal accident was reported on Farm to Market Road 57 at around 10:30 a.m. According to law enforcement, a 35-year-old man from Oklahoma City was traveling on the roadway when he collided head-on with an oncoming 18-wheeler. The man sustained fatal injuries and was later pronounced deceased. 

The identity of the victim has been withheld. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the fatal accident is underway. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the man who lost his life in this incident.

Deadly Head-On Trucking Accidents in Texas

Around 500,000 semi-truck collisions occur nationwide each year. Statistics show that more than 5,000 of these accidents result in fatal injuries. Nearly 98 percent of these fatalities involve someone outside of the big rig. Over 130,000 people are hurt in semi-truck accidents each year in the United States, and those who have lost a loved one in a deadly crash may be able to pursue a claim for compensation. 

Losing a family member can seem unbearable. In the immediate aftermath of a deadly trucking accident, many victims do not properly consider seeking a claim for damages. However, you may later realize that your loved one's death was brought on by the negligence, recklessness, or wrongdoing of someone else, and the at-fault party should be held responsible. 

Our Texas wrongful death attorneys are here to explain your rights after a fatal 18-wheeler crash. We want to make sure that you do what is best for you and your family. Making the passing of a loved one a legal matter can seem awkward and unnatural, but it is important to remember that you may have legal grounds for compensation. 

Families who lose a loved one in a semi-truck accident frequently face unforeseen financial difficulties as a result. The Roby wrongful death attorneys at The Rasansky Law Firm are prepared to stand up for your rights as well as the rights of your surviving family members. Our legal team is here to help you receive any monetary damages and compensation you are entitled to in order to aid you in recovering financially after a fatal trucking accident. You are entitled to bring a wrongful death claim against the person or entity responsible for the fatal accident. To schedule a free consultation, contact our offices today at 214-651-6100.