Fort Worth, TX (June 15, 2022) – A major motor vehicle accident reported in the Fort Worth area has claimed the lives of two victims. At around 6:15 p.m., on June 12, the Fort Worth Police Department responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident on East Lancaster Avenue.
Reports provided by the Fort Worth police show that a motorcycle and a second vehicle collided on East Lancaster Avenue at the intersection of Major Street during the evening hours. The two occupants on the motorcycle were ejected from the vehicle. They were then struck by a second vehicle on the roadway. The first vehicle involved in the accident fled the scene. However, the driver of the second vehicle remained on-site to speak with law enforcement.
The Fort Worth Fire Department and MedStar responded to provide assistance to police at the scene.
The two occupants of the motorcycle were declared deceased as a result of their injuries.
No other injuries were reported in the accident.
At this time, investigations surrounding the accident are underway with the Fort Worth Police Department.
Our thoughts are with everyone who was affected by this motor vehicle collision.
Fatal Motorcycle Accidents in Texas
Each year, thousands of people lose their lives as a result of motor vehicle accidents in the state of Texas. Hundreds of victims are using motorcycles at the time of their accidents. Motorcyclists are pretty much unprotected, meaning they are more likely to suffer catastrophic and fatal injuries in the event of accidents.
Motorcyclists are often fatally injured in accidents resulting from negligence. We see countless people lose their lives as a result of drivers who are speeding, impaired by drugs or alcohol, or distracted. Unfortunately, when drivers engage in these and other acts of negligence while sharing the roadway, they are likely to cause significant accidents that change the lives of those involved and their families forever. If your loved one has lost their life as a result of a motorcycle accident, you may have legal options available to help you move forward. It is important that you reach out to a wrongful death lawyer in Fort Worth as soon as possible.
Our knowledgeable Fort Worth motorcycle accident lawyers at Wyatt Law Firm have decades of experience helping bereaved families get justice after enduring the loss of loved ones. Our lawyers can help you build the strongest wrongful death claim possible and prove that the defendant is at fault and should pay you full and timely compensation for your damages. We will help you get the money you need for funeral arrangements, burial fees, lost earnings, and more. Our lawyers are dedicated to helping each client we work with secure the maximum amount of compensation available for their lawsuits. Although no amount of money can ever take the place of those who have lost their lives, it can help families cover some of the financial burdens they face as they move forward. It is important that you reach out to our Texas personal injury law firm at 210-340-5550 at your earliest convenience. We can schedule a free case evaluation to get started.
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