[09-04-2021] Burleson County, TX – Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 36 and FM 1363 Results in One Death

A 61-year-old woman identified as Martha M. was killed after a deadly two-vehicle collision at an intersection in Burleson County on Saturday, September 4.

The crash transpired at noontime at the intersection of Highway 36 and Farm-to-Market Road 1363. A Jeep SUV was traveling northbound; however, the driver was reportedly distracted, which caused him to rear-end a Ford car stopped at the intersection.

The Ford car was attempting to make a turn onto FM 1363 when the Jeep SUV rear-ended it. The Ford driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, the Jeep SUV driver remained at the scene and was cooperative with authorities.

He was uninjured in the crash. It’s unclear whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the accident. The DPS is actively investigating the cause of the collision.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

In the United States, the number of people killed or injured in car accidents has risen dramatically over the years. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), 38,000 people were killed in car accidents in the United States in 2019. Car accidents are the leading cause of injuries and fatalities in the state of Texas.

According to the Texas Department of Transportation, one person is killed, and one person is injured in a car accident every hour and twenty minutes in our state. There are 313,000 miles of public roads in Texas, the most in the country and the state has more than 13 million licensed drivers. Its national highways are among the busiest in the country.

Texas leads the nation in the number of traffic fatalities across the country. Around 246,000 people are injured, while 3,500 people are killed each year in traffic crashes across Texas. Many reasons cause these car accidents; they mainly occur due to drunk drivers, distracted drivers, people who break the speed limit, and drivers who ignore road laws in general.

Burleson County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Two-Vehicle Collisions

Losing a loved one from a deadly car accident can be an extremely distressing experience for the victim’s family. This may leave them confused about what steps they should take next. It’s important to always remember that you are not alone in this trying time. If you have lost a loved one from a deadly accident, you must immediately speak with an experienced attorney.

You don’t have to worry about the fees right away. Our lawyers from Arash Law work on a contingency-fee-basis, which means you don’t have to pay us anything until we win your claim for you. Discuss your claim now with one of our experienced wrongful death attorneys from Arash Law, Texas. We are prepared to help you any time of day. To protect your legal rights, you should schedule your free consultation as soon as possible. For your free consultation, call (888) 398-4017 or fill out our online intake form.