Oklaunion, TX (April 7, 2022) – One person has lost their life as a result of a motor vehicle accident reported in the Oklaunion area on Monday evening, April 4.
At around 4:30 p.m., authorities were called to the site of a crash on US Highway 287.
Reports from authorities show that a semi-truck and a car collided on US Highway 287 due to inclement weather conditions.
The driver of the car suffered fatal injuries in the accident. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
We would like to offer our warmest condolences to the family of the man who lost his life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Car Accidents in Texas
Every day, around 10 people lose their lives in auto accidents across the state of Texas. Accidents involving semi-trucks and large commercial vehicles are more likely to result in severe and fatal injuries for victims due to their massive size and weight. These vehicles are likely to cause severe damage to other vehicles sharing the road, which is why drivers are expected to go above and beyond to ensure the safety of others while traveling. Unfortunately, many truck drivers are in a hurry to maintain their schedule on deliveries and, as a result, they are likely to engage in reckless behaviors that can have disastrous consequences.
Nearly 80% of crashes in our state can be contributed to some form of negligence. Some of the most common factors associated with truck accidents include:
- Drowsy driving
- Driving while impaired
- Driving while distracted
- Engaging in reckless driving behaviors
- Speeding
When victims lose their lives in crashes due to these and other negligent, reckless, and malicious actions, their families may have legal options available to help them get justice. Reaching out to a knowledgeable and aggressive Oklaunion wrongful death lawyer can ensure your family is able to get justice after enduring the unexpected loss of a loved one.
Texas Wrongful Death Lawyers
The Oklaunion truck accident lawyers at Wyatt Law Firm are committed to helping families get justice for their loved ones in crashes. We provide thorough and effective representation for our clients that protects their legal rights and ensures their best interests are reflected throughout the entire legal process. Our team will meet with you to discuss your case and some of your goals moving forward. We will help you recover compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, lost earning capacity, and a variety of other damages you face moving forward.
Our law firm understands that no one is truly prepared to deal with the sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one. This drives our commitment to help you get justice. Our ultimate goal is to help you move forward after experiencing a loss in the best way possible. You should not be forced to cover tens of thousands of dollars in unexpected costs due to another driver’s negligence. Contact our Texas personal injury lawyers any time to schedule a meeting with our team by calling 210-340-5550.
Note: Our team used secondary sources when creating this post. These sources include but are not limited to local and state police reports, local news reports, social media platforms, and eyewitness accounts about the accident described. Our team has not independently verified all the facts surrounding this accident. For this reason, if you locate any information that is incorrect, please let us know immediately so that we can correct the error. We will remove a post if requested.
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