Lubbock, TX - New Mexico Man Fatally Hit by Peterbilt on I-27

Lubbock, TX (November 30, 2023) - On Wednesday, November 29, a New Mexico man was killed after a crash involving a semi-truck in the Lubbock area. The deadly collision was reported on Interstate 27 near mile marker 17 at around 3 a.m. Local reports revealed that 32-year-old Jermaine William Nord of Clovis, New Mexico had been involved in a separate collision on the interstate. He reportedly ran on foot from the median and into the outside lane of traffic. 

This is where Nord was hit by an oncoming 2014 Peterbilt Truck Tractor towing a 2007 Great Dane semi-trailer. The pedestrian suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. At this time, no additional information on the deadly crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more information will be released as it continues. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Jermaine William Nord at this time.

Fatal Pedestrian Crashes in Texas

In Texas, walking on the road or even just on a sidewalk is far from safe. The state has one of the highest national rates of pedestrian fatalities. According to statistics, 4,714 people lost their lives in trucking accidents across the country in 2021. Cyclists, motorcyclists, and pedestrians were involved in almost 15 percent of these crashes. Since 2010, there has been an almost 70 percent increase in the number of pedestrian deaths on the roads. In 2021, 7,388 pedestrians lost their lives in car crashes. 

Grieving the loss of a spouse or close relative is never easy. When someone else's careless behavior causes a deadly car accident, it might be even harder to handle. You need to act immediately if someone close to you is killed in a pedestrian accident. A wrongful death occurs when someone is killed as a result of the careless actions of another person. To seek deserved retribution, the deceased's relatives should take the necessary legal action.

If you intend to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit, you must have an accomplished Texas personal injury attorney on your side. Your lawyer will be able to deal with the insurance company and other financial institutions, which might be reluctant to deal with an unrepresented party. Your ability to pursue a claim can be impacted by several factors. A lawyer can assist you in determining who is at fault for your accident and ensure that every detail of your case is handled correctly. 

The goal of Rasansky Law Firm is to ensure that, following the loss of a loved one, you can completely heal and at least make a financial recovery. It is common to have many questions after a deadly crash. You do not have to go through this trying period by yourself. Call our law offices at 214-651-6100 to speak with an experienced Lubbock wrongful death attorney about your case.