Woman Killed in Manor 18-Wheeler Crash on U.S. Highway 290 near Old Kimbro Road

Manor, Texas (June 17, 2020) – A woman was killed Wednesday morning in an 18-wheeler crash in Manor, according to police.

The crash was reported around 10:29 a.m. on U.S. Highway 290 near Old Kimbro Road.

Police said the woman was driving a car on the highway when she collided with an 18-wheeler that was hauling gravel.

The woman was killed in the crash. Her name has not been released.

The crash closed one lane of Eastbound U.S. 290 and the turn lanes that crossover at Old Kimbro Road.

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 personal injury lawyer or 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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