Charles Kilgore, 49, and Lisa Ruskin, 51, died Thursday after colliding with the back of an SUV in Lufkin, Texas

Charles Kilgore, 49, and Lisa Ruskin, 51, died in a motorcycle accident Thursday, October 16 after colliding with the rear of an SUV. The accident occured near Lufkin, Texas when the motorcycle, which weaved in and out of oncoming traffic prior to the accident, hit the SUV when the 23-year-old driver slowed down to see puppies being sold on the road. The driver of the SUV and her 3-year-old son were taken to the hospital and released. Kilgore was pronounced dead at the scene, and Ruskin was taken to a local hospital where she died. Police are unsure how fast the motorcycle was going at the time of the collision.

Take these important steps after a serious motorcycle accident in Texas

After a motorcycle accident in Texas, it is important to immediately take steps that will help the injured rider begin to recover both physically and financially. Since motorcycle accidents often result in serious or fatal injuries, motorcycle crashes usually involve extensive medical treatment, at considerable cost. Fatalities in motorcycle crashes are common.

If the motorcycle rider's injuries are serious, if the crash was fatal, or if you just have questions about what you should do, contact an experienced Texas personal injury attorney. Motorcycle accidents are very challenging to manage without the assistance of a lawyer who understands the process, knows how to negotiate with an insurance adjuster, and can obtain the highest possible settlement so that you can recover financially from a Texas motorcycle accident.

Learn more about the next steps to take after a serious or fatal motorcycle accident in Texas here.