At Least One Killed in Gregg County 18-Wheeler Crash on I-20 near Highway 135

Gregg County, Texas (February 2, 2021) – At least one person was killed in a two-vehicle crash early Monday morning in Gregg County, according to authorities.

The fatal crash happened around 2:45 a.m., February 1, in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 20 near Highway 135, around Mile Marker 584.

Authorities said the crash involved an 18-wheeler and a passenger vehicle.

At least one person was killed in the crash. The victim’s identity has not been released.

The crash closed all eastbound lanes of the interstate.

No other details regarding the crash were available.

An investigation into the crash is underway.

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 the 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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