Recent Texas Interstate Crashes Had Fatal Consequences

 Posted on September 26, 2024 in Car Accidents

News stories often provide details of deadly crashes on Texas roadways in conjunction with traffic reports advising viewers to seek alternate routes. For victims involved in the collisions and their families, the consequences are much closer to home.

Injured victims often have grounds to file a personal injury claim, while families of fatal accident victims may bring a wrongful death action. Damages in these cases are typically high, making liable insurance companies more reluctant to pay. When you work with an experienced attorney from The Bettersworth Law Firm, we will work to see you get the compensation you deserve.

Negligent Driving Is Dangerous

Using interstates is a common way to travel through the Lone Star State, but drivers should do so responsibly to avoid causing wrecks. Unfortunately, August and September have been deadly months for interstate accidents in Texas:

• Three children and two adults died when an apparently intoxicated driver crashed into a sedan on I-35W at high speed, causing a fire in the sedan.

• A driver died, and his two passengers were injured when he rear-ended a tractor-trailer at high speed on I-10W.

• A female driver was killed, and her male passenger sustained severe injuries when an allegedly intoxicated semi-truck driver hit their car in standstill traffic on West Loop 820.

• A gray pickup truck hit two people who were pushing their disabled vehicle off the road on an I-10 exit ramp in a hit-and-run collision, killing the male pedestrian and injuring the female.

• Two people died in a head-on collision on I-30 when a pickup truck traveling the wrong way crashed into a U-Haul truck.

Most people know that driving while intoxicated, driving at high speeds, and traveling in the wrong direction dramatically increases the likelihood of a collision. These are negligent behaviors, which may qualify you for a settlement. Your lawyer from The Bettersworth Law Firm will investigate your wreck, find evidence that establishes liability, and help you pursue the maximum allowable compensation.

Not only is fleeing the scene of an injury accident illegal, but hit-and-run crashes also leave victims wondering if they can get any compensation. If the at-fault driver is not identified, you can file an uninsured motorist claim against your own auto insurance policy. However, your insurer may attempt to deny your claim or use other underhanded methods to reduce the amount they must pay. Your legal team will not let any insurance company take advantage of you, not even your own.

What Could Your Motor Vehicle Accident Settlement Include?

In Texas, you can collect compensation from other at-fault drivers if you are less than 50 percent at fault for causing your wreck, but the amount you can receive is reduced proportionally. We cannot tell you what damages you qualify for or how much you could get until we analyze case-specific factors. However, many injured collision victims receive damages for things like:

• Expenses related to medical treatment and ongoing care needs

• Lost wages

• Property damage

• Losing the ability to enjoy life

• Pain and suffering

If your loved one died as a result of a crash, your wrongful death payout may also include funeral and burial expenses and several other types of losses. You can rely on The Bettersworth Law Firm to calculate all available damages meticulously to ensure you get the highest possible amount.

Call Our New Braunfels, TX Car Wreck Lawyer Now

Interstate accidents can severely impact your life, and the at-fault party should be held accountable. Let The Bettersworth Law Firm handle your claim so you can focus on putting your life back together. We will always give you the personal attention you deserve while aggressively safeguarding your best interests. Call 830-606-0404 today for your free consultation with our dedicated Comal County, TX truck crash attorney.