One of the vehicles overturned and ended up on its roof. The front end of the other car was severely damaged. An unidentified woman suffered fatal injuries in the crash and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Two men were seriously hurt. It is unknown which driver caused the accident at this time. Local reports indicated that excessive speed was involved in the deadly crash. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Deadly Rollover Accidents in Texas
Car rollovers are traumatic events that can be absolutely destructive. According to findings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), rollover accidents are only involved in an estimated 3 percent of reported car crashes nationwide. However, they are involved in an estimated 30 percent of passenger-vehicle deaths. These types of crashes are known to leave victims with life-changing injuries. An estimated 75 percent of rollovers only involve a single vehicle, with the remaining 25 percent involving two or more. You need to be sure that you are ready to fight for justice if someone close to you is killed in a rollover crash on Texas roadways.
It is necessary to take action if someone you care about is unexpectedly killed by the actions of a reckless driver. That means partnering with a trained lawyer who can give you much-needed legal guidance during this difficult time. It is never easy to handle a deadly crash, and it is common for families to be overwhelmed by grief. This often leads them to put off taking legal action. Under Texas state law, you may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim as a representative of the deceased in order to get the compensation that would have been owed to the victim had they survived the accident. However, you only have a limited time to take action.
You need to know that you have someone on your side after a serious crash. It can mean the difference between a successful case and being unable to cover your damages. The legal team at Rasansky | McKenzie Law is here to help you navigate the complicated claims process. Our Dallas wrongful death lawyers have a proven track record assisting families to pursue successful wrongful death claims, and we are prepared to get to work on your case. Contact our law offices today at 214-651-6100 to get started on your claim.