Tuscola, TX (April 15, 2022) – One man has lost his life as a result of a traffic-related incident in the Tuscola area. At around 6:15 a.m., on April 11, calls for assistance came in surrounding an auto wreck on US Highway 84.
Reports provided by authorities show that a collision between vehicles occurred on US Highway 84 in the area of Farm to Market Road 613. Investigative reports from the Texas Department of Public Safety show that a 45-year-old man was driving a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado south on US Highway 84 when the vehicle collided with a 2013 Hyundai Sonata near Farm to Market Road 613.
The driver of the Hyundai, a 68-year-old man, 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 deepest condolences to the family of the victim who lost their life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Car Accidents in Texas
Every year, accidents involving semi-trucks and other commercial vehicles claim the lives of more than 500 people in our state. These accidents are often a result of 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:
- Driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol
- Speeding
- Driving recklessly
- Driving while drowsy
- Using cell phones to talk or text while driving
- Eating while operating vehicles
These and other acts of negligence continue to have an overwhelming impact on families who are forced to deal with the negative consequences of losing a loved one. When victims are killed in motor vehicle collisions, due to the negligence of others, families may have legal options available to help them move forward. Seeking the assistance of a Tuscola wrongful death lawyer can help you get justice.
Texas Wrongful Death Lawyers
Our Tuscola truck accident lawyers at Wyatt Law Firm completely understand the devastating 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. Our team can meet with you at your earliest convenience to discuss the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s accident. We will gather evidence to ensure you have the strongest case imaginable.
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. 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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