One Killed in Parker County 18-Wheeler Crash on Interstate 20

Parker County, Texas (July 9, 2020) – One person was killed early Wednesday morning in a fiery 18-wheeler crash in Parker County, a local news source reported.

The fatal crash happened around 1:00 a.m. July 8, on Interstate 20.

According to the report, an 18 wheeler was traveling in the left lane of the freeway when it started to veer off the roadway and the driver overcorrected, hitting another 18-wheeler in the right lane.

The first 18-wheeler caught fire after the crash and the driver was trapped. That driver was pronounced dead at the scene.

The crash closed all lanes of I-20 at FM 1189 in the Brock area.

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 a truck accident, 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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