Lubbock, TX – Johnathan Michael Gentry Killed in Motorcycle Crash on FM 1264

Lubbock, TX (August 25, 2020) – A motorcycle accident reported in the Lubbock area claimed the life of one victim on Saturday morning. Just after 11:15 a.m., on August 23, the Texas Department of Public Safety responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident on Farm to Market Road 1264.

Reports provided by authorities show that 29-year-old Johnathan Michael Gentry was riding a motorcycle north on Farm to Market Road 1264 when his vehicle collided with a pickup truck near the intersection with Dana Street.

Gentry was fatally injured in the accident. Despite life-saving measures, Gentry was declared deceased at the site of the accident by responding authorities. No one inside the pickup truck was injured in the accident.

At this time, troopers with the Texas Department of Public Safety are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

We would like to offer our condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Fatal Motorcycle Accidents in Texas

Motorcycles are often considered a rejuvenating method of transportation. Here in Texas, nearly 350,000 people are registered motorcycle owners. Although riders account for a small fraction of the number of travelers on roadways daily, they are involved in collisions at an alarming rate. The fact that riders remain vulnerable to outside forces means they are more likely to suffer catastrophic injuries in collisions.

The majority of motorcycle accidents in our state are a result of negligent drivers. Driver errors and those engaging in reckless actions like texting, eating, or changing the radio while driving, as well as those who choose to drive impaired, commonly cause life-changing accidents throughout our state. Although thousands of people are left with serious injuries due to motorcycle accidents, more than 500 motorcyclists lose their lives in accidents throughout our state each year. When victims end up passing away due to accidents caused by reckless or negligent drivers, it is imperative that their families contact a wrongful death attorney in Texas as soon as possible.

When motorcyclists lose their lives in preventable accidents, their families are able to file wrongful death claims against wrongdoers to obtain compensation for funeral costs, medical treatment, and various other financial burdens they face moving forward after an unexpected loss. Although no amount of compensation could ever make us feel whole against after losing a loved one, having the resources available to cover unexpected costs moving forward can help families immensely. Working with a competent and trusted legal team in the aftermath of a loved one’s fatal collision can help to ensure your family is able to hold wrongdoers accountable and get the justice you deserve. Rasansky Law Firm’s motorcycle accident attorneys in Texas work diligently to ensure grieving families recover the maximum amount of compensation available for their claims. Our aggressive legal team is dedicated to investigating claims for families to build strong cases that get them the justice and compensation they deserve. Contact our personal injury attorneys in Texas at (214) 617-1816 to explore legal options available for you. Contact our team at JrLawFirm.com today to discuss the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s accident so we can develop the most strategic approach to helping you get the justice you deserve for your loved one.

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Disclaimer: As a member of the Dallas community, Rasansky Law Firm’s goal is to improve the safety of all residents in the great state of Texas. While we are extremely saddened by the accidents we report on, we hope that through knowledge of these accidents, individuals will exercise caution in order to avoid similar accidents in the future. These reports are not solicitations for business and the information included herein should not be taken as medical or legal advice. We hope for the quickest recovery for those involved in these accidents.