El Paso, TX - Six Hurt in Semi-Truck Rollover at N Desert Blvd & Transmountain Dr

El Paso, TX (October 18, 2023) - Six people were injured with one in serious condition after a crash involving a semi-truck in El Paso on Monday night, October 17. 

Local reports indicated that an 18-wheeler overturned at the intersection of N. Desert Boulevard and Transmountain Drive late that evening. Emergency responders and fire crews were sent to the scene. 

Local reports indicated that six people involved were hurt in the accident. Five people were hospitalized, and one of these victims sustained serious injuries. One of the injured parties refused transportation to the hospital. 

It was reported that at least two semi-trucks and a pickup were involved in the accident. No additional information has been provided at this time. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in the hands of local law enforcement officials. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Semi-Truck Rollovers in Texas

A rollover can be devastating, and large vehicles such as semi-trucks are prone to overturning in the event of a collision. Statistics show that almost 52 percent of large truck fatalities that took place in 2021 involved the vehicle overturning. This is much higher than the percentage of rollover deaths involving sport-utility vehicles and pickup trucks. There are hundreds of thousands of crashes involving semi-trucks each year, and these accidents contribute to thousands of deaths and injuries across the country. There are ways to achieve a financial recovery if you or someone close to you suffers injuries in the event of a crash involving an 18-wheeler. These types of accidents are often some of the most severe, and those traveling in smaller passenger cars are more likely to suffer the brunt of any resulting injuries. You may be unsure of what to do after being hurt in a trucking accident, and that is why it is recommended that you consult with a qualified attorney with many years of experience handling truck injury cases. It is important that you pursue full and fair compensation for your injuries and damages resulting from an 18-wheeler accident. There are many moving parts to a truck injury case, and there are often many parties that could be involved. You are not only going up against the insurer of the truck driver. You are also battling a large truck or transportation company that has an army of lawyers on their side. You need to even the playing field by hiring your own legal representative. The legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is here to help you during the difficult moments following a semi-truck accident. It is likely that you sustained significant injuries and other damages, and you are likely in a difficult situation. Our El Paso semi-truck accident lawyers are here to help you and answer any questions you may have during a free consultation. If you want to discuss your case with a trained attorney, contact our law offices today at 214-651-6100.