Roscoe, TX - Motorcyclist Killed Trying to Avoid Tractor-Trailer on I-20

Roscoe, TX (May 2, 2023) - On Sunday, April 30, a motorcyclist was killed after attempting to avoid hitting a swerving semi-truck in Roscoe. 

The deadly accident took place on Interstate 20 at around 2:40 a.m. A 38-year-old and a 24-year-old were riding on a motorcycle as a truck tractor towing a semi-trailer was attempting to pass them in the right lane. 

The driver of the rig reportedly entered the right lane too early, and the motorcyclist had to swerve onto the shoulder to avoid being hit. The rider fell off the motorcycle and suffered fatal injuries. The passenger was seriously injured. 

The identities of the involved parties have been withheld. 

The driver of the truck reportedly fled the scene. 

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

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 their family in hopes of a full recovery. 

Semi-Truck Crashes in Texas

Tens of thousands of trucking accidents were estimated to have occurred worldwide over the past few years. Given that trucks are used more frequently in those places, their prevalence tends to be higher in areas with more sophisticated infrastructure. In 2018, there were more deadly truck collisions in the United States than in any year between 2009 and 2019. There were roughly 4,164 trucking fatalities in that year. Additionally, 2019 had 4,119 large truck fatalities in the US during the same time period, which was the highest number on record. 

Accidents involving 18-wheelers and other large trucks and commercial vehicles are known to be fatal. Although those riding in these rigs also run the risk of suffering serious injuries, the risk of serious injury is much higher for the drivers and passengers of smaller cars. For those hurt in truck accidents, the worst-case scenario is that they won't make it out alive.

Truck collision victims may suffer serious, life-altering injuries. Even if the truck driver and the trucking company may have contributed to the collision, their insurance companies will do everything in their power to keep from covering your losses and injuries. To determine if you are entitled to compensation, you should speak with a lawyer.

The Rasansky Law Firm is dedicated to giving injured victims of collisions involving commercial trucks the finest legal assistance possible. We are here to support those who are hurt as they treat their wounds and other injuries sustained in the accident. Speak with one of our knowledgeable and experienced 18-wheeler truck accident attorneys if you want to have the best chance of recovering the full value of your claim following a serious trucking accident. Our lawyers are ready to defend your rights and take on a powerful insurance provider. To schedule a free consultation, contact our personal injury attorneys at (214) 651-6100 as soon as possible.