One Killed in Wood County Three-Vehicle Crash on U.S. Highway 69

Wood County, Texas (November 4, 2020) – One person was killed in a three-vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon in Wood County, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened around 2:55 p.m., November 3, on U.S. Highway 69, just southeast of Alba.

DPS said a 2012 GMC 2500 was traveling southeast and was approaching traffic that was stopped due to an active construction zone. 

The GMC driver failed to control his speed and hit the trailer being towed by a 2016 Peterbilt truck tractor. The force of the impact caused the Peterbilt to rear-end a 2016 Ford F-150.

The GMC driver was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Peterbilt driver and the Ford driver were uninjured in the crash.

The crash remains under investigation.

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

Who May Make a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas?

A wrongful death claim for a family member may be brought by spouses, children, or parents. The State of Texas also allows the estate of the deceased to bring a survival action to recover for past medical expenses and conscious pain and suffering, as well as other non-economic damages which the deceased may have suffered before death. Texas does not permit brothers, sisters, cousins, or grandparents to assert any claims for the death of a family member.

Wrongful death claims require an attorney who understands the complexity of the damages caused by a significant loss. The lawyer representing the client has the responsibility to hire the necessary experts to help prove the case. 

If you have lost a loved one in a traffic accident, contact our law firm today to talk to an attorney who will help you in your case.

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