There was a deadly crash involving an 18-wheeler near Hatch, New Mexico on March 2, 2023. The crash occurred on SR 26 between the towns of Deming and Hatch. According to reports, two semi-trucks are believed to have been involved in a head on collision. Three people were killed in the crash. The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Our thoughts and prayers go out to those impacted by this deadly crash.
There have been a number of recent trucking accidents, resulting in severe injuries and sometimes death. There was a crash between an 18-wheeler and a Union Pacific cargo train near Splendora, Texas on February 13, 2023. There was a deadly crash involving two 18-wheelers near Vega, Texas on February 27, 2023. There was a crash involving an 18-wheeler in Nueces County, Texas on March 2, 2023.
Safe trucking companies must take adequate precautions to ensure that their drivers do not severely injure or kill members of the public in a trucking accident. Industry standards require trucking companies to regularly inspect their equipment, including their tires. Safe companies must also supervise their driver to ensure that the company’s policies and procedures have been followed. It goes without saying that an 18-wheeler must yield to other cars on the roadway. 18-wheelers pose significant risks on the roadway.
Spagnoletti Law Firm has attorneys licensed in Texas, Florida, and New York. We have handled numerous cases involving 18-wheeler accidents in both federal and state court across the country. Our attorneys have extensive experience and the skills needed to aggressively represent the families of loved ones who have lost their lives or been seriously injured in a trucking or commercial vehicle accident. The experienced 18-wheeler accident attorneys at Spagnoletti Law Firm have previously been involved in similar cases and can help you understand your rights if you or a loved one was involved in a trucking accident. Please contact us online or call 713-804-9306 or to learn more about your legal rights.