The accident was reported that morning at around 9:29 a.m. on Interstate 59 near TX-288. A tractor-trailer traveling on the interstate reportedly overturned. The site was closed for several hours while emergency responders were at the scene.
At this time, no additional information has been provided.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Texas 18-Wheeler Accidents
Since 2007, Texas has dominated the country in terms of deadly trucking accidents, according to data gathered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Agency. A total of 3,903 traffic fatalities occurred in the United States in 2017 alone, 2,879 of which involved large trucks. Texas was responsible for 431 deaths, or nearly 14% of these deadly semi-truck accidents. Considering that Texas makes up only 5% of the national population, this makes it the state with the highest fatality rate for commercial vehicles.
It is not uncommon for a deadly trucking accident to be reported in the great state of Texas. Semi-truck accidents are never easy and can be devastating due to the massive size of these vehicles. A fully loaded tractor-trailer can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, which is a significant weight difference from the ordinary passenger vehicle, which only weighs about 5,000 pounds on average. Even at moderate speeds, an accident with a commercial truck can cause significant injuries to you or your loved ones that could have a lasting impact on your life. After such a life-altering catastrophe, it is imperative to make sure you have the resources to rehabilitate physically and financially.
The Rasansky | McKenzie Law is devoted to giving the families of those hurt in semi-truck accidents the finest legal assistance possible in order to facilitate a full recovery for victims. If you want to have the best chance of obtaining the full value of your claim following a serious 18-wheeler crash, let one of our committed and knowledgeable Houston truck accident attorneys handle your case. Our attorneys are ready to fight for your rights and stand up to a big insurance provider. Call our personal injury lawyers at (214) 651-6100 as soon as possible to arrange a free consultation. Our legal team will ensure that your case is handled properly and that the at-fault party is held accountable to the maximum extent of the law.