Texas 18 wheeler crash, one fatality

The rig then went into a median, came back to the interstate and then went across the westbound lanes of Interstate 30, continuing across an access road, through a fence and finally coming to rest after hitting a tree, according to troopers and witnesses at the scene.

After striking the tree, the rig burst into flames. Witnesses tried to rescue the victim when the rig burst into flames, but were unsuccessful.

The victims name has yet to be released. An autopsy is pending.

In related news, in Houston, a Big rig accident crushed car.  Dynasty Trucking was transporting a container owned by General Marine Leasing, which was a portable galley, used for cooking offshore. It was being transported from Louisiana to Brownsville when it fell off the truck and crused an SUV.

SMSH has successfully represented many catastrophically injured victims and the families of those killed in 18-wheeler accidents.  If you or someone you know need advice or representation concerning an accident involving an 18-wheeler or other truck, please contact us at (800) 282-2122.