Vidor, TX - Two Hospitalized in 18-Wheeler Crash on I-10

Vidor, TX (February 18, 2024) - On Saturday morning, February 17, two people were hurt after a two-vehicle collision in the Vidor area. The accident took place on Interstate 10 westbound in Orange County early that morning at around 4 a.m. Local reports indicated that the tractor and semi-trailer of a Freightliner truck overturned and caused it to enter eastbound traffic. 

The operator of the rig then lost control of the vehicle and left the road, where it hit a concrete barrier. The truck was then hit by a westbound Dodge pickup truck. The driver of the Freightliner, 51-year-old Jermaine Powell, was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The driver of the pickup, 69-year-old Richard Duhon of Orange, was also hospitalized at St. Elizabeth Hospital. 

No additional information on the collision is currently available. The area was temporarily closed as emergency crews worked to clear the scene, and tow trucks were dispatched to reopen the roadway to outside traffic. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in the hands of local authorities, and more updates will be provided as it continues. 

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

18-Wheeler Crashes in Texas

When sharing the road with a large commercial rig, drivers are often filled with concern and anxiety. This is because these massive vehicles can be completely devastating in the event of a crash. When fully loaded, semi-trucks can weigh tens of thousands of pounds, and the sheer force of an impact can decimate smaller vehicles. The majority of semi-truck crashes involve other vehicles, and Texas has a particularly high rate of 18-wheeler accidents. In fact, statistics show that almost 10 percent of national trucking accidents take place in the state. It is important that you are able to take your life into your own hands by pursuing a claim for compensation after a life-changing crash. 

Trucking accidents can be life-changing, and the resulting damages can be difficult for anyone to handle. That is why it is even more important that you are able to construct a strong case in order to protect your legal rights during this difficult time. Truck injury claims are very different from typical injury cases as they involve unique regulations and laws. The transportation industry is massive, and you will be going up against a large company with a team of lawyers. You need to level the playing field by having your own legal representation. 

The legal professionals at Rasansky Law Firm are here to support you during this difficult time. Our legal team specializes in assisting victims of catastrophic semi-truck accidents in pursuing successful claims. Our Baird semi-truck accident attorneys are qualified to pursue the highest possible settlement on your behalf. Call our law offices at 214-651-6100 to speak with a knowledgeable attorney about your legal rights. We will diligently protect your legal rights at every stage of your case to ensure that you can get the best possible outcome for your case.