Two people were killed while three others were seriously injured after a multi-vehicle crash west of Pampa on Sunday afternoon, August 8.
According to the initial reports from local authorities, the accident transpired at approximately 5:00 p.m. about two miles west of Pampa. One vehicle and three motorcycles were involved in the collision. An eastbound 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche was traveling on SH 152 when it suddenly crossed the center stripe and entered the wrong side of the road.
The Avalanche then crashed into a 2020 Harley Davidson motorcycle, a 2005 Harley Davidson, and another 2020 Harley Davidson heading west.
59-year-old Kevin Anderson, who was riding the 2020 Harley Davidson motorcycle, was pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, 48-year-old Greg R., who was riding the 2005 Harley Davidson, was taken to an area hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
The driver of the Avalanche, who was identified as 45-year-old Trishelle M., sustained serious injuries and was rushed to Pampa Regional Medical Center. The Texas Highway Patrol is currently investigating the cause of the collision.
Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash Statistics
Car accidents happen more often than they should on Texas roadways. In 2019, at least one car accident occurred somewhere in Texas. There were 12,897 serious injury crashes in Texas in 2019, with 15,843 people sustaining a serious injury.
In this case, one car and three motorcycles were involved in the collision. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, on average, one motorcycle rider dies on Texas highways every day. In 2019, 412 motorcyclists were killed in Texas, while over 1,800 people were seriously injured.
Accidents involving multiple vehicles are not the most common, but they can result in staggering amounts of personal injuries and property damage when they do occur. They can result in bitter legal disputes over who, exactly, was at fault for causing such a major accident. Disputes can impair your legal right to compensation for your injuries.
Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Multi-Vehicle Collisions in Gray County
If you have lost a loved one from a fatal multi-vehicle collision, it’s best to immediately consult an experienced Texas car crash attorney before filing a wrongful death claim. Surviving family members (or legal heirs) have the right to file a wrongful death claim after a fatal motorcycle accident.
Though it can be difficult to go through this legal process after the untimely death of a loved one, it is an important step toward accountability. It also provides some sense of relief or justice in the wake of a devastating loss for some survivors. When you hire a lawyer, you will know that your legal rights are being protected and that they won’t be ignored by a large insurance company with highly trained claims adjusters and lawyers.
The experienced Texas car accident lawyers at Arash Law Texas are here to help. Schedule your free consultation as soon as possible so you know a skilled legal professional protects your legal rights. Call (888) 398-4017 for a free case evaluation over the phone, or schedule your free consultation with one of our skilled wrongful death lawyers.