There was a deadly trucking accident in Garland, Texas on June 5, 2023. The accident occurred on Interstate 30 near Broadway Boulevard. During the crash, a big rig was driving in the eastbound lanes when it collided with the concrete median on the highway. The 18-wheeler continued into the oncoming lanes of traffic. It is unclear if any other vehicles were involved in the crash. Authorities have indicated one person was killed.
There have been a number of recent trucking accidents, resulting in severe injuries and sometimes death. There was a deadly 18-wheeler crash in Channelview, Texas on June 1, 2023. There was a deadly crash between a big rig and a motorcycle near Winters, Texas on June 1, 2023. There was a semi-truck crash in Waller County, Texas on June 2, 2023. There was a deadly trucking accident in Torrance County, New Mexico on June 4, 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. Of course, technological advancements may pose additional hazards. 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.