Wichita Falls, TX (March 21, 2022) – A motor vehicle accident claimed the life of a motorcyclist on Sunday evening in the Wichita Falls area. At around 8 p.m., on March 20, the Wichita Falls Police Department responded to the scene of an accident on Iowa Park Road.
Reports provided by the police show that 56-year-old Suzan Driskill was riding a motorcycle west in the 3200 block of Iowa Park Road. At the same time, a vehicle pulled out of a parking lot and entered the roadway near North Beverly Drive. The two vehicles collided, resulting in Driskill being ejected from her motorcycle.
Driskill sustained severe injuries in the crash and was rushed to United Regional for care. Authorities confirmed that she passed away after arriving.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation by the WFPD Accident Investigations section.
We would like to offer our warmest condolences to the family of Suzan Driskill. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Motorcycle Accidents in Texas
Motorcycle accidents in the state of Texas take the lives of more than 450 people every year. These accidents are often caused by drivers who are speeding, distracted, or engaging in other negligent actions while operating their vehicles.
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 motor vehicle accident, chances are that you will deal with more than just emotional pain and suffering. Motorcycle accidents often cause overwhelming financial consequences as well. Your family will most likely have to spend tens of thousands of dollars on funeral expenses and deal with lost earnings. These and other financial burdens just make it more challenging to move forward. For this reason, it is crucial that you reach out to a wrongful death lawyer in Wichita Falls as soon as possible. You may have legal options available to help you get justice.
Texas Wrongful Death Lawyers
Our Wichita Falls motorcycle accident lawyers at Wyatt Law Firm have extensive experience helping bereaved families get justice. We are passionate about helping bereaved families who have endured the loss of loved ones hold negligent actors accountable.
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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