One Injured in 18-Wheeler Crash on South Loop 289 at University Avenue in Lubbock
Lubbock, TX. (March 2, 2023)- One person was injured in a two-vehicle crash on March 1, 2023, in Lubbock, Texas. The accident occurred shortly before 1:30 p.m. in the westbound lanes of South Loop 289 at University Avenue. Police reported that a passenger car and an 18-wheeler were involved in a collision. One person sustained unknown injuries. No further details have been provided at the time. The crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We wish them a full and speedy recovery.
Big Rig Accidents in Texas
Each year in the United States, there are over 500,000 accidents involving semi trucks. In total, 5,000 of these result in deadly injuries of the involved victims. Even more, around 98 percent of these deaths are the driver or passenger of the other passenger vehicle. Crashes with 18-wheelers are sudden and can be extremely deadly for those involved, often taking the lives of the victims. At the Benton Law Firm, we have a team of experienced trucking accident lawyers in Texas who are knowledgeable of the law and can help families of those lost in semi truck accidents regain lost compensation. If you have lost loved one in an accident with a commercial vehicle, contact our law offices at (214)777-7777 to discuss your case today.
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