Anton, TX (November 14, 2021) – One man has lost his life following a motor vehicle accident in Hockley County on Thursday evening. At around 9:30 p.m., on November 11, calls for assistance came in surrounding a crash on US Highway 84.
Reports from the Texas Department of Public Safety show that 23-year-old Rogelio Juarez was driving a vehicle northwest on US Highway 84 when his vehicle became involved in an accident with a semi-truck.
Juarez sustained severe injuries in the accident. Emergency crews rushed to the scene to render aid to the victim. However, he was pronounced deceased on-site.
The driver of the semi-truck was transported to UMC for the treatment of injuries.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the victim who was injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of Rogelio Juarez. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Auto Accidents in Texas
Every year, more than 3,900 people lose their lives in motor vehicle accidents in the state of Texas. Crashes in our state can often be contributed to some form of negligence. Drivers who are under the influence of alcohol contribute to more than 25% of fatal crashes each year. Drivers who are distracted account for 18% of crashes. Speeding contributes to nearly 20% of all fatal crashes each year.
More than 460 fatal crashes in our state involve semi-trucks and other large commercial vehicles. Given the size and weight of these vehicles, it is no surprise that victims suffer catastrophic and fatal injuries in truck crashes at an alarming rate. If your loved one has lost their life in a motor vehicle accident, you should act quickly to protect your legal rights. By reaching out to a wrongful death lawyer in San Antonio as soon as possible, you can explore the legal options available to help your family move forward after enduring the loss of a loved one.
Texas Wrongful Death Lawyers
Our San Antonio truck accident lawyers at Wyatt Law Firm completely understand the grief and inconsolable heartache that your family is dealing with after losing a loved one. When it comes to helping families get justice after a loved one, we provide the most responsive and trusted representation for our clients to ensure they are in the best position possible to do so.
We firmly believe that no settlement or paycheck will ever be large enough to compensate you for the loss of a loved one. For this reason, we strongly emphasize the pursuit of justice. We have recovered over $500 million in damages for victims and their families following accidents in the state of Texas.
If your loved one has lost their life in an accident due to the negligence of another motorist, do not wait to get the justice you deserve. Contact our Texas personal injury lawyers at your earliest convenience by calling 210-340-5550 to see how we can help you.
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