One Killed in Mesquite 18-Wheeler Crash on Interstate 30

Mesquite, Texas (September 2, 2020) – One person was killed in an 18-wheeler crash early Tuesday morning in Mesquite, according to authorities.

The fatal crash occurred around 5:00 a.m., near the Interstate 30/ Interstate 635 interchange, east of Gus Thomason and west of Galloway Avenue.

Authorities said the crash involved a car and an 18-wheeler. The car was pinned underneath the back of the truck after the crash.

The car driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Their identity has not been released.

The crash closed all the eastbound lanes of I-30 for several hours.

The crash remains under investigation.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

Commercial trucks are known to cause over 90% of accidents in Houston. These truck drivers must understand that their actions majorly contribute to most of the accidents on the roads. It is also important for others on the same roads with truck drivers to understand that maximum precaution should be taken while driving near trucks. While small mistakes like ignoring the turn signal prior to turning may cause accidents, major causes of these accidents are rooted in other factors like exhaustion on the part of truck drivers. If the reasons for the crash are anchored to the failure of following the right turn or driving at a speed that is not legally recommended, a wrongful death lawyer will be useful in such scenarios. 

If you have lost a loved one in an accident with a huge truck, it is advisable to get a lawyer who will facilitate the process of compensation.

Our attorneys at  Joel A. Gordon & Associates will fight for you.

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