The deadly accident was reported at the intersection of US-83 and Farm to Market Road 1086 that afternoon. A 66-year-old Bradshaw man was traveling northbound as he began to slow to make a turn at the intersection. Then, the rider was hit by a tractor-trailer driven by 67-year-old Jerry Laverne Carter of Myra.
The motorcyclist was transported to Hendrick Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly crash is in progress.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Fatal Semi-Truck Motorcycle Crashes in Texas
In 2011, there were no days without a fatality on Texas roads. Not all crashes involve commercial trucks, but fatalities are common in these accidents due to the size and weight disparity between large trucks and motorcycles, which weigh just 3,000 to 5,000 pounds on average. In Texas in 2010, there were 284 fatal truck collisions, some of the highest rates in the nation.
Texas wrongful death attorneys are aware that anyone or any organization that contributed to a person’s death due to negligence or inappropriate behavior is subject to legal liability. The defendant may be held legally responsible for any damages if someone dies as a result of their negligence. You will need to contact an attorney to see if you have grounds to pursue a claim for damages.
It is never easy to deal with a loved one’s death. In addition to coping with the shock of the loss and any prospective legal actions, a family will certainly need to consider their financial situation in the future. Any person or business whom the surviving spouse, child, or parent of the deceased deems to be accountable for the death may be sued for wrongful death in Texas, according to the law. The executor can also make a normal injury claim on behalf of the estate for the harm that contributed to the death of the victim.
After losing a loved one, the families of the deceased are often left to pick up the pieces. The wrongful death attorneys at Rasansky | McKenzie Law are prepared to fight for you and anybody else who has unfairly lost a loved one in a semi-truck collision. Our legal team is prepared to fight to guarantee that the responsible person is held accountable. Your family might be entitled to monetary damages or compensation after the loss of a family member if it is found that the at-fault party acted negligently. Call our offices at 214-651-6100 today to arrange a free legal consultation with a trained attorney.