Dallas, TX (December 14, 2021) – One person has lost their life as a result of a motorcycle accident on the far north side of Dallas on Sunday evening, December 12. At around 9:50 p.m., emergency crews were notified that their assistance was needed on-site at a crash on Trinity Mills Road.
Reports from authorities show that a motorcyclist was traveling in the 4300 block of Trinity Mills Road when they became involved in a crash with an SUV. The impact of the crash caused the SUV to flip over. The motorcyclist became lodged inside the vehicle.
The rider sustained fatal injuries in the accident. Authorities arrived at the scene and pronounced the victim deceased.
The driver of the SUV, 26-year-old Madison Rinehart, was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the victim who lost their life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Motorcycle Accidents in Texas
Each year, more than 450 motorcyclists lose their lives in auto accidents across the state of Texas. These accidents are often preventable. However, we continue to see victims lose their lives due to the actions of others. Motorcycle accidents can often be contributed to some form of negligence. In fact, nearly 80% of accidents in our state are due to driver error. Some leading causes of collisions we see each year include:
- Speeding
- Driving recklessly
- Using cell phones to talk or text while driving
- Driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol
- Eating while operating vehicles
If your family has been impacted by a fatal car accident, chances are that you will deal with more than just emotional pain and suffering. 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 Dallas 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 Dallas motorcycle accident lawyers at Wyatt Law Firm have extensive experience helping bereaved families get justice. 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. Wrongful death claims may help you get compensation for:
- Any medical treatment needed for your loved one
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Financial losses, including lost earnings and inheritance benefits
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of consortium
We firmly believe that no settlement or paycheck will ever be large enough to compensate you for the loss of a loved one.
If your loved one has lost their life in a motorcycle accident, our team is available to meet with you and discuss the legal options available for you. You can reach out to our team by calling 210-340-5550. Our Texas personal injury lawyers are available any time to take your call. We can schedule a free case evaluation to review the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s accident and determine the best options available to help you move forward.
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