[05-27-2022] Angelina County, TX – Several People Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 59

According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, a Lufkin woman was flown to a Tyler hospital for treatment, and two others were taken to a Lufkin hospital after a multi-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 59 Friday, May 27, 2022.

The collision occurred at around 7:30 a.m. on U.S. Highway 59.

After the accident, Reshunte E, 29, was taken to UT Tyler, and two passengers from another vehicle were taken to Woodland Heights Medical Center.

According to reports, a 1997 Freightliner truck tractor semi-trailer carrying plywood was traveling north, while a 2013 Hyundai car driven by Earl and a 2017 Nissan car following it were traveling south.

According to reports, the Hyundai’s driver lost control of the vehicle after seeing debris on the road, causing it to travel into the oncoming lane.

According to the report, the truck tractor took evasive action to the left to avoid a collision, but the Hyundai took evasive action back to the right, causing the two vehicles to collide in the center turn lane.

According to the report, the truck tractor’s load spilled onto the roadway and collided with a Nissan passenger car before traveling into the east ditch and overturning.

Jose L., 31, of Nacogdoches, was not injured as the truck tractor driver. According to the report, two passengers in the truck were taken to Woodland Heights.

According to the report, the Nissan’s driver, 48-year-old Taira C. of Lufkin, was not hurt.

The accident is still being investigated.

Multi-Vehicle Crash Statistics

A car accident can happen to anyone in Texas at any time. In densely populated urban areas such as Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas, numerous vehicle accidents have resulted in fatalities.

Texas is the world’s largest state regarding population and road length. It is home to some of the busiest highways in the country. Over 3,500 people have been killed in Texas, and 246,000 have been injured in traffic accidents. At this location, a fatal multi-vehicle collision occurred.

When three or more cars collide on the road, it is called a multi-vehicle accident. A “chain reaction” occurs when one vehicle collides with another, causing that vehicle to collide with the next.

Angelina County Car Accident Lawyers

The pain and frustration of sudden death in a fatal multi-vehicle accident are difficult to bear. The victim’s family may retain the services of a lawyer to pursue a wrongful death claim while the official investigation is ongoing.

Car accidents can be expensive to repair. However, it would be best if you were not forced to foot the bill due to someone else’s carelessness. Unfortunately, insurance companies frequently undervalue claims. As a result, hiring the services of an experienced attorney would be beneficial.

Medical expenses, funeral costs, the victim’s family’s grief and suffering, money that a deceased person would have earned during their lifetime, and companionship loss are all things that attorneys can help you with.

Arash Law Texas’ Angelina County car accident lawyers have handled thousands of injury and wrongful death cases and recovered millions of dollars for their clients. Our legal team includes a diverse group of experts, ranging from personal injury lawyers to car accident lawyers, who are ready to fight for you.

Call us at (888) 398-4017 for a free case evaluation or fill out the form below to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced attorneys. There are no upfront contracts or fees, and we are ready to advocate for you and your family. Despite its size and influence, the insurance industry does not support you. Allow us to fight your battles for you.