Tarrant County, TX — January, 16, 2025, David Kelly was injured following a truck accident at approximately 3:15 p.m. along Interstate Highway 35W.
According to authorities, 45-year-old David Kelly and a seven-year-old girl were traveling in a westbound Chevrolet Tahoe on S.H. 170 at the I.H. 35W intersection when the accident took place.
The intersection is apparently controlled by a traffic signal. Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, a southbound Peterbilt 18-wheeler with a trailer in tow failed to heed the signal indicated by the traffic light. A collision subsequently followed between the left side of the Peterbilt’s trailer and the front-end of the Tahoe.
Kelly suffered reportedly serious injuries over the course of the accident. The child who was with him in the Tahoe may have been hurt, as well. Additional details pertaining to this incident are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When a commercial truck fails to obey a traffic signal and enters an intersection at the wrong time, the key question isn’t just what happened, but why it happened. In my experience handling truck accident cases, crashes like this often stem from more than just a simple mistake—there’s usually an underlying factor that needs to be uncovered.
One possibility is driver distraction. Modern trucks are equipped with GPS, dispatch systems, and electronic logging devices (ELDs), all of which can divert a driver’s attention from the road. Investigators should review dashcam footage, phone records, and in-cab data to determine whether distraction played a role in the driver’s failure to stop for the light.
Another critical factor is whether the truck driver was fatigued. Federal regulations limit the number of hours a trucker can drive without rest, but those rules only work if they’re followed. If the driver had been on the road too long before the crash, their reaction time may have been compromised. Examining hours-of-service logs and ELD records will help establish whether fatigue was a contributing factor.
Mechanical failure is another concern. If the truck’s brakes weren’t functioning properly, the driver may not have been able to stop in time. Investigators should examine maintenance records and post-crash inspections to determine whether the vehicle was in safe operating condition at the time of the wreck.
The trucking company’s role should also be scrutinized. Was the driver properly trained to recognize and react to traffic signals? Was the company enforcing reasonable delivery schedules, or was the driver under pressure to make up time? If a company prioritizes speed over safety, that could have influenced the driver’s actions leading up to the crash.
Ultimately, the goal is to uncover the truth and provide answers to those affected by the crash. Even if it requires conducting an independent investigation to obtain critical evidence, it’s essential to examine every factor to ensure those impacted by the incident receive the clarity and closure they deserve.
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