ORANGE COUNTY, Texas— Michael Tubbs, age 68, Mississippi, tragically lost his life on March 20 in an accident near Bridge City in Orange County.
The Texas Department of Public Safety reported the accident happened at approximately 9:55 a.m. on State Highway 62. Tubbs was driving a Buick Enclave and attempted to enter the highway from Waterwood Drive. At that moment, a southbound Peterbilt tractor-trailer struck the driver’s side of his vehicle.
Emergency responders pronounced Tubbs dead at the scene.
Authorities confirmed the truck driver, a 34-year-old Greenbriar, Arkansas man, was uninjured.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing by Texas DPS.
Michael Tubbs tragically killed in Orange County accident
April 03, 2025
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CRASH INVESTIGATION
Candice Bond, an experienced tractor-trailer accident attorney, said that in such cases, it is imperative to have an independent investigation conducted promptly to protect the rights of a victim.
“Tractor-trailer crashes are often complex, and many factors can play a role in these types of accidents,” said Bond, who is a Managing Partner of Bond Legal.
“A skilled attorney can protect victims from trucking companies, which often send their own investigators to crash sites and possess a variety of resources they can utilize to defend a negligent truck driver.
“Your lawyer can advocate for you by hiring expert witnesses, conducting driver background checks, locating witnesses to the crash, and reviewing applicable insurance coverage, while carefully guiding a victim through the legal process.”
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
The family of Michael Tubbs may pursue compensation for damages such as costs associated with the death, loss of income and companionship, and other hardships.
“A death to a family member after an accident is both tragic and devastating to a surviving family. The grief, shock, and anger can be overwhelming,” said Bond.
She added, “Aside from the emotional suffering of those left behind, the death of someone close can have devastating financial implications. Loss of income and funeral costs alone can have tragic consequences when a family member is lost.”
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