[08-04-2021] Martin County, TX – Firefighter Volunteer Killed, Another Injured After a Semi-Truck Crash in Stanton

Two Stanton firefighter volunteers were involved in a major traffic collision in Stanton on Wednesday afternoon, August 4.

According to the initial reports from local authorities, the deadly accident happened at approximately 5:30 p.m. on FM 829 in Stanton. The two firefighters were responding to a crash on FM 829 when, for unclear reasons, they were caught in a major traffic collision with an 18-wheeler.

How the accident occurred, and the reason it happened has not been established. One of the firefighters, who was identified as Danny I., was killed in the mishap.

He was pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, the other firefighter, identified as Allan C., was hurt in the accident and was taken to an area hospital for treatment. Information about the accident is limited at the moment. The case is currently under further investigation.

Fatal Semi-Truck Accident Statistics

Semi-trucks are an important part of the economy. Every year, America’s trucking industry transports billions of dollars in goods. Unfortunately, millions of big rigs on the roads endanger other motorists. Semi-truck accidents are more deadly than other types of traffic accidents. It’s primarily due to the large size difference between big rig trucks and other vehicles on the road.

Unfortunately, semi-truck accidents have also been on the rise over recent years. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), the fatality rate of big rig trucks has increased by 30 percent since 2009. There were 4,102 traffic fatalities involving a big rig in 2017 alone.

Several factors can trigger semi-truck accidents. These accidents occur because of loss of control, tire blowouts, disabling or non-disabling vehicle failure, excessive speed, lane drifting, and improper truck maneuvering driver fatigue.

Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Semi-Truck Accidents in Martin County

Semi-truck accidents often result in fatalities. This can leave the victim’s family overwhelmed and stressed after losing a loved one from a fatal accident. Consulting an experienced attorney is a vital first step for their recovery. After a loved one’s death from a fatal accident, the victim’s family has the right to pursue a wrongful death claim.

A wrongful death claim will allow the victim’s family to receive compensation for damages such as medical bills, lost wages, funeral expenses, and pain and suffering caused by the accident. If a semi-truck driver has left you or your loved one injured or worse in a traffic accident, you need the professional legal services of experienced Texas semi-truck accident lawyers.

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