While semi-trucks are one of the few ways to transport oversized or mass quantities of items, they can pose a very real danger on the road. Because of the sheer size and weight of these vehicles, a truck accident involving one can easily seriously injure or kill occupants of smaller vehicles. Two Texas residents were killed in a recent truck accident on U.S. Highway 181.
2 men lose lives in Texas truck accident
Truck accident claims life of 1 in Texas
A collision can take place at any given moment, and the fallout of a crash could have a significant impact on the safety of everyone involved. The situation could be even more dire when commercial vehicles are present, as these incidents run a higher risk of leaving those involved with serious or life-altering injuries. A recent truck accident in Texas has reportedly claimed the life of a 43-year-old man.
Truck accident claims two lives, leaves one seriously injured
Though semi-trucks are a vital part of our modern economy, they also pose certain risks. Since they are so much larger and heavier than a basic passenger vehicle, a car involved in a crash with one will likely sustain severe damage. This lesson was apparent in a recent truck accident on a Texas highway that took two lives and left one more with significant injuries.
A tanker truck accident is especially dangerous
When a large truck is in an accident, it often causes significant damage. Because the size and force of these big rigs, a truck accident is likely to cause grave or even fatal injuries. Tanker trucks are particularly dangerous, especially when they are transporting hazardous substances along Texas roads.
Two children killed in crash with 18 wheeler
Riding on a highway or interstate around a tractor-trailer can be frightening. The sheer weight of the enormous vehicle can do irreparable damage to smaller vehicles on the road should they collide. Two children have died after the car in which they were riding was hit by an 18 wheeler on a Texas highway.
Arrest made in fatal Texas truck accident
There are unique challenges that face motorcyclists. Because of their smaller size, they may be more difficult to see, especially for drivers who may not take proper precautions when executing turns, for example. Unfortunately, police in Texas report that two people were recently killed in a truck accident in which the driver involved allegedly left the scene.
Truck accident on I-10 still under investigation
Being hit by a semi-truck can be frightening. Because of the sheer size of the rig, damage done in a truck accident can be severe and with long-term effects. The Department of Public Safety for the state of Texas has reported a fatality in a recent truck accident.
Where to seek support in the aftermath of a truck accident
If you've ever navigated high traffic roads in Texas, you likely understand how utterly terrifying it can be when a tractor-trailer comes zooming up behind your vehicle. In recent years, many a truck accident has been caused by negligent drivers who were either texting behind the wheel or falling asleep because they stayed on the road for more consecutive hours than they should have. When one of these massive vehicles is involved in a collision, it often results in catastrophic, or fatal injuries.
Texas big rig involved in fatal highway collision
Many Texas motorists are aware of the dangers of driver fatigue. For some, the issue has directly affected their personal lives when they or their loved ones were injured in motor vehicle accidents involving drivers asleep at the wheel. This was the apparent cause of a recent tragedy involving a Texas big rig and two other vehicles.
Reckless big rig drivers can cause big disasters on Texas roads
Ever driven on a Texas highway in heavy traffic? If so, you likely encountered one or more tractor-trailers in your travels. Nothing can cause sweaty palms behind the wheel more than a barreling big rig coming so close in your rear view mirror that it looks like it might drive straight through the backseat of your car. Truckers are not immune to traffic regulations and, like all other motorists, must obey the stringent laws that are meant to help keep them and all who share the road as safe as possible.
