Recently, a truck pulling a flatbed trailer caused a massive, multi-vehicle accident on Interstate 10 in Mississippi. The accident occurred around midnight on Friday, December 12, 2014. A 2011 Toyota Tundra pickup truck was driving eastbound in Hancock County, which is west of Biloxi and about 12 miles from the Louisiana state line. This vehicle started the accident that came to involve eleven vehicles.
The pickup truck and trailer it was hauling overturned on the highway, spilling tons of used computer equipment across eastbound Interstate 10. Many vehicles saw the spill and stopped, but an 18 wheeler continued eastbound through the stopped vehicles and collided with several cars and trucks. Four tractor trailers and six passenger vehicles were involved in the accident. Some of the vehicles were so badly damaged it was impossible to determine their make and model.
Four individuals perished in the catastrophic accident and several others were injured. A father and daughter were among the victims, as were two young men. Two of the victims were from Louisiana. Eastbound Interstate 10 was closed for some time as emergency crew officials attempted to aid the injured, identify the deceased, and clean the crash scene.
Investigations are ongoing and thus far police have revealed that weather was not a factor. It is unclear what caused the initial truck and trailer to overturn, as well as why the 18 wheeler failed to stop to avoid the vehicles that had stopped due to the spilled computer equipment.
This recent crash is an example of a multi-vehicle accident, one involving commercial trucks along with passenger motor vehicles. Roughly half of all accidents will involve more than one vehicle. Pile ups, such as this accident, occur when cars are stopped on the highway due to some hazard and a vehicle or vehicles behind to do stop in time to prevent a collision. This is a common form of accident and one that can inflict many injuries, as well as present unique liability issues.
Determining fault in a multi-vehicle accident such as this can be a difficult task. Often, more than one party will be considered partially at fault for the accident. Your car or truck accident attorney will examine all the facts of the crash and likely employ an expert to reconstruct the accident. The negligence of each driver and their role in causing your injuries will be assessed. From there, your attorney will have a full understanding as to which parties should be held responsible for your damages stemming from the accident. Your own liability, if any, will also be considered but should not bar your recovery.
Barrett Law PLLC: Proudly Representing the Victims of Mississippi Truck Accidents
Truck accidents such as this recent Interstate 10 accident can devastate those involved and their loved ones. Our hearts go out to all those involved in this tragic multi-vehicle accident. If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a truck accident, the Mississippi Truck Accident Attorneys at Barrett Law PLLC are here to help. Our team of dedicated truck accident attorneys understands what it takes to bring a successful personal injury or wrongful death claim following an accident. We will thoroughly investigate your truck accident to uncover all avenues of recovery and evidence of negligence. Armed with this knowledge, we will fight for your full recovery, which may include medical expenses, lost wages, rehabilitation costs, and non-economic damages. Call Barrett Law PLLC today at 1 (800) 707-9577 to schedule your free consultation with one of our experienced truck accident attorneys.