Texas Accidental Death Lawsuit
Traffic reports often alert drivers about delays caused by jackknifed or overturned tractor trailers. While they focus on the traffic tie-ups and rubbernecking, one of the unfortunate results of these accidents is loss of life. When big rigs cause accidents on crowded highways, the fatalities can unfortunately mount very quickly.
If the tractor trailer was hauling liquid chemicals or gas, these flammable materials can make the accidents worse by sparking fires and explosions that can impact the people and vehicles around them. And hazardous materials, such as toxic spills, can have serious negative repercussions on public health and the environment.
Texas accidental death
Collisions resulting in accidental death in Texas can occur in seconds. Perhaps the road is wet or slick or road construction has closed down lanes. Bearing in mind that it takes a fully loaded tractor trailer a tenth of a mile to reach a full stop, many events can cause an accident:
- Loss of brakes, causing a runaway trailer
- Tractor trailer jackknifes or rolls over
- Shifting cargo causing the trailer to overturn
- Worn tires or blowouts
- Running a red light or stop sign
- Failing to see vehicles in the blind spot or on darkened roads
In the event there has been a loss of life, surviving family members can file an accidental death lawsuit in Texas that seeks compensation for the financial ramifications of a loved one’s death. These could include loss of future earnings and funeral expenses.
As part of the Texas accidental death lawsuit process, a lawyer at Derryberry & Zips LPPC usually starts by gathering evidence to make a strong case against the responsible party. If necessary, steps are taken to prevent trucking companies and their drivers from destroying valuable evidence and safety documents that could prove their negligence.
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As a competent Texas truck accident attorney and partner at Derryberry & Zips PLLC, Daryl L. Derryberry has over 18 years experience fighting for victims of catastrophic personal injury and negligence commonly associated with accidents involving big rigs. As a skillful truck accident law firm, Derryberry & Zips fights hard to obtain a fair, equitable truck accident settlement on behalf of our clients. Contact us today.
