Houston, TX (October 9, 2020) – A vehicle collision in Harris County claimed one person’s life on Friday morning. On October 9, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene of a crash on Sam Houston Parkway.
Reports show that a semi-truck and three other vehicles collided on the Sam Houston Parkway. The crash resulted in major delays sprawling along the parkway between the areas of Wallisville Road and Woodforest Road.
At least one person involved in the crash sustained fatal injuries. The victims were declared deceased at the scene of the accident. An unknown number of victims were transported to area hospitals for treatment of injuries.
At this time, investigations are underway with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the victims who lost their lives in this accident.
Our thoughts are with the victims injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
Fatal Truck Accidents in Texas
Motor vehicle accidents throughout the state of Texas claim the lives of more than 3,600 people each year. Accidents involving semi-trucks are responsible for over 550 of these tragic losses. Accidents involving semi-trucks are more likely to result in fatal injuries due to their size and weight when compared to other vehicles. When smaller vehicles are involved in collisions with semi-trucks, it nearly always ends with injuries or death to those involved. Head-on collisions are more likely to result in fatal injuries than most other types of accidents. The head-to-head impact of two vehicles can cause extensive front end damages and cause drivers and their passengers to become pinned inside their vehicles. These crashes are often a result of one or both drivers acting negligently.
Texting while driving, operating vehicles while impaired, reckless driving, and various other driver actions often result in collisions throughout our state. In fact, statistics show that more than 80% of fatal collisions are a result of these and other negligent actions. When victims lose their lives in accidents caused by the reckless actions of others, it is imperative that their families seek legal guidance from a qualified and knowledgeable wrongful death attorney in the Houston area as soon as possible. Working with an aggressive legal team will ensure your family is able to protect your legal rights after enduring the unexpected loss of a loved one.
At Farah Law, our skilled and knowledgeable car accident attorneys in Texas strive to help families protect their legal rights by providing them with responsive, effective, and compassionate legal representation. For over five decades, we have masterfully represented bereaved families to ensure they are able to maximize their recoveries through legal actions. If you have lost a loved one in an accident as a result of another driver’s negligence, it is crucial that you act quickly to protect your legal rights. Contact our Houston personal injury attorneys at (888) 481-9359. Schedule a free consultation with our attorneys to discuss the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s accident to determine what legal options are available to you.
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