Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to render the necessary aid. A medical helicopter was spotted at the scene. The area was temporarily closed while local authorities worked to clear the resulting wreckage and other debris. At this time, the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by 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 Accidents in Texas
For many years, Texas has faced a significant risk from truck accidents. In terms of fatal semi-truck crashes, the state frequently leads the country, and there were 511 deadly commercial truck accidents on the state’s roadways in a recent year, which added up to 580 fatalities overall, and a total of 32,585 reported trucking accidents. The number of deadly trucking accidents has increased noticeably in recent years, with some indicating a 5 to 7 percent increase. Roughly 60 percent of these fatalities are thought to happen on rural roads. The state has 50,000 miles of farm-to-market roads and more than 128,000 miles of state highways, both of which frequently see heavy truck traffic.
Getting back to your regular life after a serious accident can be challenging. In the case of a catastrophic collision with a large 18-wheeler, people in smaller personal automobiles will nearly always suffer far more serious injuries. Your entire life is on the line, and if you are unable to pursue a successful claim, it can impact your future. That is why working with an experienced attorney who has a track record of winning truck accident claims is even more important. These claims are not like ordinary injury cases, and you will need the assistance of an experienced attorney to obtain the outcomes required for a full recovery.
Your recovery is too important to leave to chance or in the hands of a large insurer. The insurance company of the at-fault party will do anything possible to limit your compensation, and you do not want to leave yourself vulnerable during this trying time. Only a skilled Houston 18-wheeler truck accident lawyer will be ready to get you the compensation you need to maximize your recovery. The trained legal team at Rasansky | McKenzie Law specializes in truck injury cases, and we have a proven record of success in helping victims from all over Texas pursue successful personal injury claims. If you are ready to get to work on your case, we are just a phone call away. Contact our law offices today at 214-651-6100 to discuss your case with a trained personal injury lawyer.