The crash was reported on Interstate 27 between 19th Street and 34th Street that afternoon. A semi-truck was involved in the crash, and four people were hurt. The circumstances of the accident have not been determined.
No updates on the conditions of the injured parties have been provided.
Local authorities are handling the ongoing crash investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Trucking Accidents in Texas
Almost 2 million large rigs are in use in the country, and more than 500,000 18-wheeler collisions happen there every year. In more than 5,000 of these collisions, there are fatalities. Over 98 percent of these fatalities involved passengers who were not traveling in the semi-truck. Each year, 18-wheeler accidents cause a large number of fatalities and serious injuries in Texas. Every year, 18-wheeler accidents cause up to 300 fatalities and over 2,000 injuries.
In the case of a traffic accident, semi-trucks are infamous for being destructive. The resources we need to survive are transported by these massive trucks that travel the nation, but our reliance on large trucks has a downside. They pose a significant risk to individuals using the state’s highways. Semi-truck collisions are risky and frequently fatal for the occupants of other vehicles. This is because stopping a truck is difficult because of its size, weight, and size.
Our firm takes a proactive stance in every case we handle. This suggests that we develop the case, gather facts, and conduct research as if it were going to court. As a result, we are in a stronger position to advocate for our clients throughout negotiations, and we are constantly ready to testify in court on their side.
The Rasansky | McKenzie Law is dedicated to giving the families of those hurt in semi-truck accidents the best legal representation available. We are here to support those who have been hurt as they deal with their wounds and other crash-related losses. Contact one of our passionate and knowledgeable Lubbock 18-wheeler truck accident lawyers if you want to have the best chance of recovering the full value of your claim following a serious semi-truck accident. Our attorneys are ready to fight for your rights and stand up to a strong insurance company. Call our personal injury lawyers at (214) 651-6100 as soon as possible to arrange a free consultation.
