Man Killed in Stratford Motorcycle Accident on US 287

Stratford, Texas (July 1, 2020) – A motorcyclist was killed Monday night in a three-vehicle crash northwest of Stratford, according to Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened around 11:27 p.m., June 29, on US 287.

DPS said a 2012 Kenworth Truck tractor towing a semi-trailer was heading northwest on the highway when the driver attempted to pass a 2007 Volvo Truck tractor towing a semi-trailer.

The semi-truck driver failed to pass to the left safely and hit a 2005 Harley Davidson Motorcycle ridden by a man.

The impact caused the motorcycle to spin around, explode, and hit the semi-trailer on the Volvo.

The motorcyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, was pronounced dead at the scene.

No other injuries were reported 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. 

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